Road trip from Champaign to Buffalo
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ITINERARY
11h 55m624 miles29 stops
1
Escapology Greenwood
Greenwood's premium real life escape game experience. Play in private teams of 2-8 players in exciting games and search carefully for clues, solve puzzles and try to escape within 60 minutes. Do you have what it takes?
2
The Virginia Theatre
3
Cowboy Monkey
4
Centennial Park Champaign
5
State Farm Center
6
Boneyard Creek Trail
7
DECEPTION
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
8
Smiley
Smiley is a huge 25,000 sq foot facility in Castleton filled with the latest Virtual Reality technology. We have very rare and unique interactive games and rides for children of all ages. Our playgrounds are for age 9 months to 10 years old and our VR spaces are for ages 9 years and up! We also have an enormous indoor playground with trampoline basketball, tubes & slides, rock-climbing, obstacle
9
Indianapolis Salt Cave & Halotherapy Center
Step into 9 tons of salt used to recreate the environmental conditions found in a natural underground salt mine. This man-made salt cave, creates the ideal atmospheric breathing condition. Relax, breathe deep and rejuvenate in the Indianapolis Salt Cave and Halotherapy Center.
10
The Grill
11
Chadwick Arboretum
12
Ohio Stadium
13
The Nest Theatre
14
Kelton House Museum & Garden
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
15
Governor's Residence
16
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
17
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
18
Huntington Bank Building
19
Lock 3
20
Rockefeller Park & Greenhouse
21
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
22
First Ladies National Historic Site
23
Erie Bayfront Convention Center
24
Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
25
Inniskillin Wines
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
26
Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
27
Buffalo Brewing Company
28
Burchfield Penney Art Center
Welcome to the Burchfield Penney Art Center, the only museum exclusively dedicated to the art and artists of Western New York - including famed American watercolorist Charles E. Burchfield. From the moment you first step through our doors, you will be surrounded by inspirational, thought-provoking and world-renowned artwork. The Burchfield Penney features more than 20 exhibitions annually. While many are curated from our extensive collections, we often bring new work into the museum through temporary exhibitions and works on loan. As a result, no visit to the Burchfield Penney is ever the same.
29
The Buffalo History Museum
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OVERVIEW
Champaign to Buffalo
1
Start:Escapology Greenwood
Indianapolis, Indiana·
5.0
(9) review
Greenwood's premium real life escape game experience. Play in private teams of 2-8 players in exciting games and search carefully for clues, solve puzzles and try to escape within 60 minutes. Do you have what it takes?
2
Start:The Virginia Theatre
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(64) review
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-3928
3
Start:Cowboy Monkey
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(7) review
6 E Taylor St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-4025
4
Start:Centennial Park Champaign
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Kirby St Crescent Dr, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
5
Start:State Farm Center
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(77) review
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6950
6
Start:Boneyard Creek Trail
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(8) review
Champaign Park, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
7
Start:DECEPTION
Indianapolis, Indiana·
4.5
(9) review
DECEPTION is a magic & mind reading show, hosted by magician David Ranalli. David creates an unforgettable evening by combining world-class sleight of hand, witty banter, and mysteries of the mind. Guests are invited into an intimate, cabaret theater where surprises lurk in every corner. Perfect as a date night, group event, and for the hardcore magic fan.
8
Start:Smiley
Indianapolis, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
Smiley is a huge 25,000 sq foot facility in Castleton filled with the latest Virtual Reality technology. We have very rare and unique interactive games and rides for children of all ages. Our playgrounds are for age 9 months to 10 years old and our VR spaces are for ages 9 years and up! We also have an enormous indoor playground with trampoline basketball, tubes & slides, rock-climbing, obstacle
9
Start:Indianapolis Salt Cave & Halotherapy Center
Indianapolis, Indiana·
5.0
(9) review
Step into 9 tons of salt used to recreate the environmental conditions found in a natural underground salt mine. This man-made salt cave, creates the ideal atmospheric breathing condition. Relax, breathe deep and rejuvenate in the Indianapolis Salt Cave and Halotherapy Center.
10
Start:The Grill
Indianapolis, Indiana·
3.5
(9) review
9755 Fall Creek Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46256-4713
11
Start:Chadwick Arboretum
Columbus, Ohio·
4.0
(9) review
2120 Fyffe Rd Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210-1010
12
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
13
Start:The Nest Theatre
Columbus, Ohio·
5.0
(9) review
15 W Cherry St, Columbus, OH 43215-5189
14
Start:Kelton House Museum & Garden
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(96) review
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
15
Start:Governor's Residence
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
358 N Parkview Ave, Columbus, OH 43209-1439
16
Start:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(9964) review
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
17
Start:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland: Education and Learning Center
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(95) review
Ever wonder how money works or what the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland does as part of the central bank of the US? Visit our Education and Learning Center featuring more than 25 fun, hands-on exhibits that answer these questions and more! We have interactive games, visual exhibits, creative stations, and illuminating films that explain everything about money you can think of, from how we use it, to why it looks the way it looks. Come see our historic lobby, take pictures with our money tree, trade coconuts on Barter Island, identify counterfeit bills, and even make your own money! All this in the heart of Cleveland, just steps away from downtown attractions. Admission is free and photos are welcome.
18
Start:Huntington Bank Building
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.0
(9) review
925 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115-1408
19
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
20
Start:Rockefeller Park & Greenhouse
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(91) review
750 E 88th St, Cleveland, OH 44108-4100
21
Start:Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio·
3.5
(93) review
11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106-3926
22
Start:First Ladies National Historic Site
Canton, Ohio·
4.0
(91) review
205 Market Ave S, Canton, OH 44702-2105
23
Start:Erie Bayfront Convention Center
Erie, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(97) review
1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507-2011
24
Start:Presque Isle Downs & Casino
Erie, Pennsylvania·
3.5
(981) review
Presque Isle Downs & Casino is your best bet for gaming excitement! With over 1,500 of the hottest slots, you'll find a thrilling new game to spin every time you play. Prefer tables? You're in luck! Come try your hand at any of our over 30 thrilling table games. Like to bet on sports? Get in the game at our TwinSpires Sportsbook! With convenient sports betting kiosks, wagering is quick and easy so you'll never miss a minute of the action. Plus, catch seasonal live thoroughbred horse racing at our track! While you're here be sure to sign up for our Players Club. All new members get up to $2,500 free slot play or $25 in guaranteed match play right out of the gate! It's fast and free to join. Every time you play with your Players Club card you'll earn valuable reward points that qualify you to enjoy members-only promotions, perks, exclusive offers and much more! Presque Isle Downs & Casino is located in Erie, PA, just off of I-90 at Exit 27. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800 GAMBLER.
25
Start:Inniskillin Wines
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario·
4.5
(969) review
Many of those who appreciate and collect wine have discovered that a journey to the heart of wine country adds an indescribable dimension to the appreciation of the distinctiveness of each fine wine. In that spirit, Inniskillin invites you to fully experience our full VQA portfolio in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Experience firsthand the full range of our premium wines while enjoying spectacular sights, regional culinary specialties and outstanding hospitality in one of Canada's great natural treasures, the Niagara Peninsula. We look forward to toasting your arrival!
26
Start:Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
3.0
(95) review
1 Fulton St, Buffalo, NY 14204-2248
27
Start:Buffalo Brewing Company
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
5.0
(9) review
314 Myrtle Ave, Buffalo, NY 14204-2058
28
Start:Burchfield Penney Art Center
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
4.5
(94) review
Welcome to the Burchfield Penney Art Center, the only museum exclusively dedicated to the art and artists of Western New York - including famed American watercolorist Charles E. Burchfield. From the moment you first step through our doors, you will be surrounded by inspirational, thought-provoking and world-renowned artwork. The Burchfield Penney features more than 20 exhibitions annually. While many are curated from our extensive collections, we often bring new work into the museum through temporary exhibitions and works on loan. As a result, no visit to the Burchfield Penney is ever the same.
29
Start:The Buffalo History Museum
Buffalo, Erie County, New York·
4.0
(97) review
1 Museum Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216-3160
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What's the driving distance between Champaign and Buffalo?
The distance is 624 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 11h 55m mins in normal traffic
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