Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Batavia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Batavia

With a population of 26,045, Batavia is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Batavia has to offer.

Where to Eat in Batavia

If you’re looking for affordable options, TGI FRIDAYS - Batavia (490 N Randall Rd) and Swordfish (207 N Randall Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Batavia

Batavia in November
Estimated hotel price
$55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Batavia in November
Estimated hotel price
$55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Batavia

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 35 miles from Batavia. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Batavia, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Batavia takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

Although Batavia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 35 miles from Batavia. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Batavia departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Batavia. The train journey from Batavia to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Batavia is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Batavia. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Batavia, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Batavia takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Batavia

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
BMIBloomington-Normal

Airlines serving Batavia

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,961 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Batavia

Most booked hotels in Batavia

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Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/St. Charles
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 270 reviews)
$115+
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The Herrrington Inn And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 217 reviews)
$232+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago West - St Charles
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 248 reviews)
$112+
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Quality Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 494 reviews)
$81+
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Geneva Motel Inn
2 stars
Good (6.4, 346 reviews)
$75+
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Super 8 by Wyndham St. Charles
2 stars
Good (6, 242 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Batavia

Renting a car in Batavia costs $50 per day, on average, or $349 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Batavia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Batavia costs $50 per day, on average, or $349 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Batavia.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Batavia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Batavia, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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