What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign is to fly and bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $120 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Champaign?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Champaign. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr via Allentown and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Champaign?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Champaign. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Champaign-Urbana via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville Amtrak and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 16m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Champaign?

The distance between Philadelphia and Champaign is 708 miles. The road distance is 762.5 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Champaign without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign without a car is to bus which takes 23h 35m and costs $150 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Champaign?

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Philadelphia to Champaign, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Champaign bus from?

Philadelphia to Champaign bus services, operated by Fullington Trailways, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Champaign train from?

Philadelphia to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Champaign?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Champaign is to fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $100 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $280 and takes 23h 35m, you could also train via Washington, which costs $150 - $1,000 and takes 24h 16m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Champaign bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Champaign bus services, operated by Fullington Trailways, arrive at Allentown station.

What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Champaign?

Champaign is 1h behind Philadelphia. It is currently 6:04 PM in Philadelphia and 5:04 PM in Champaign.

Where does the Philadelphia to Champaign train arrive?

Philadelphia to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Champaign is 763 miles. It takes approximately 12h 51m to drive from Philadelphia to Champaign.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Champaign?

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Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 67+ hotels available in Champaign.

Philadelphia to Champaign - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Philadelphia to Champaign by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport
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1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)PHL - CMI
7h 7m
$104–455
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Allentown
2. Take the bus from Allentown to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
23h 35m
$154–271
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Station
2. Take the train from Rockville Amtrak to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-Urbana
24h 16m
$150–989
Drive 758.1 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Champaign758.1 mi
12h 51m
$139–200
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)PHL - MDW
2. Take the bus from Chicago Midway Airport to Illinois Terminal
6h 56m
$128–494
Bus via Baltimore
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Downtown Chicago to Champaign Armory
25h 45m
$145–332
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Champaign-UrbanaCity of New Orleans / ...
30h 9m
$157–547

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What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Champaign, IL, USA?

American Airlines flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr via Allentown and Chicago in around 23h 35m.

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