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How to Travel from

Champaign to Lake Forest

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from University Of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$560.50

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Decatur Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$254.77

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago OTC to Lake
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.82–$8.92
Train from Clybourn to Lake
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.53–$3.18

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Bus from State & Van Buren to Rogers
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$114.65

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Howard CTA Station to Highland
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.82

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Champaign, IL - ISR to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$58.60

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to drive which costs $29.35 - $43.48 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Lake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Lake Forest. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Lake Forest. via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The distance between Champaign and Lake Forest is 252 km. The road distance is 266.2 km.

How do I travel from Champaign to Lake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $19.57 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Champaign to Lake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Champaign to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Lake Forest train from?

Champaign to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Lake Forest?

The best way to get from Champaign to Lake Forest is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs $19.57 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 147 bus and line 213 bus, which costs $52.17 - $65.22 and takes 6h 34m. There are no good options to bus between Champaign to Lake Forest.

Where does the Champaign to Lake Forest train arrive?

Champaign to Lake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Lake Forest is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Champaign to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 132+ hotels available in Lake Forest. Prices start at $44.21 per night.
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