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Oak Lawn to Des Plaines trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Oak Lawn and Des Plaines takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Oak Lawn to Des Plaines. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 33m
Duration
32 mi
Distance
$9
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Oak Lawn Patriot to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Sws
  2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain train Up-Nw
1h 38m
$8–10

Oak Lawn to Des Plaines train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Oak Lawn and Des Plaines. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oak Lawn is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Des Plaines at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 1h 33m. 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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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Oak Lawn to Des Plaines? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Oak Lawn to Des Plaines.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 31.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Oak Lawn, IL, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Oak Lawn Patriot to Des Plaines via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 1h 38m.

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