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How to get fromBatavia to DeKalbby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Batavia to DeKalb by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 12 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Geneva to Elburntrain train Up-W
    2. Take the bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572bus bus 12
    2h 26m
    $6–15

  2. Drive 26.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Batavia to DeKalbcar car 26.7 mi
    35 min
    $5–7

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Batavia to DeKalbtaxi taxi 26.7 mi
    35 min
    $85–110

Batavia to DeKalb by bus and train

Calendar65Weekly Services
Duration2h 26mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 28.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Batavia, IL, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Batavia to DeKalb. However, you can take the line 802 bus to Geneva Metra, walk to Geneva, take the train to Elburn, walk to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, then take the line 12 bus to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572. Alternatively, you can drive from Batavia to DeKalb in around 35 min.

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