What is the cheapest way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Braidwood and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Braidwood to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Manteno Metro Centre and arriving at O'Hare MMF Bay 8 via Midway Orange Line Station and Archer/72nd Ct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Braidwood and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Braidwood to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

The distance between Braidwood and Des Plaines is 80 miles. The road distance is 64.2 miles.

How do I travel from Braidwood to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $70 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braidwood to Des Plaines bus from?

Braidwood to Des Plaines bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, depart from Manteno Metro Centre station.

Where do I catch the Braidwood to Des Plaines train from?

Braidwood to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Train or bus from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $70 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 330 bus, which costs $70 - $90 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Braidwood to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Braidwood to Des Plaines bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, arrive at Midway Airport station.

Where does the Braidwood to Des Plaines train arrive?

Braidwood to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Braidwood to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Braidwood to Des Plaines is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Braidwood to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 366+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Braidwood to Des Plaines - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 330 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Braidwood to Des Plaines by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
2h 52m
$70–84
Drive 63.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Braidwood to Des Plainescar 63.9 mi
1h 12m
$12–17
Bus, line 330 bus
1. Take the bus from Manteno Metro Centre to Midway Airportbus Mid
2. Take the bus from Archer/72nd Ct. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8bus 330
4h 5m
$72–86

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Distance: 80 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a vehicle from Braidwood to Des Plaines via Joliet, LaSalle Street, and Chicago OTC in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Braidwood to O'Hare MMF Bay 8 via Manteno Metro Centre, Midway Airport, Midway Orange Line Station, Harlem & Archer, and Archer/72nd Ct. in around 4h 5m.

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