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Des Plaines to Merchandise Mart trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Des Plaines and Merchandise Mart takes 36 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. There is an hourly train service from Des Plaines to Merchandise Mart. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

36 min
Duration
18 mi
Distance
$5
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Des Plaines to Merchandise Mart train times

Trains run hourly between Des Plaines and Merchandise Mart. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Des Plaines is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Merchandise Mart at 12:10 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 36 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 28 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 17.6 mi
  • Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Merchandise Mart, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 39 min.

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