What is the cheapest way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb?

The cheapest way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb?

The fastest way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Calumet City and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Calumet City to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Wentworth Ave & Pulaski Rd and arriving at Dekalb via Ring Rd & Victory Center, 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Calumet City and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct train from Calumet City to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Hammond Gateway and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Calumet City to DeKalb?

The distance between Calumet City and DeKalb is 84 miles. The road distance is 75.8 miles.

How do I travel from Calumet City to DeKalb without a car?

The best way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $16 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Calumet City to DeKalb?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Calumet City to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calumet City to DeKalb bus from?

Calumet City to DeKalb bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Calumet City to DeKalb train from?

Calumet City to DeKalb train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Hammond Gateway station.

Train or bus from Calumet City to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Calumet City to DeKalb is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $16 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $28 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Calumet City to DeKalb bus arrive?

Calumet City to DeKalb bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson & Washington station.

Where does the Calumet City to DeKalb train arrive?

Calumet City to DeKalb train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Millennium Station.

Can I drive from Calumet City to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Calumet City to DeKalb is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Calumet City to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Calumet City to DeKalb - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Calumet City to DeKalb by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hammond Gateway to Millennium Stationtrain Westbound to Chicago
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
4h 24m
$17–26
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal to Madison & Clintonbus J14
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
6h 2m
$13–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal to Jefferson & Washingtonbus J14
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
5h 19m
$17–27
Drive 75.3 mi
1. Drive from Calumet City to DeKalbcar 75.3 mi
1h 34m
$14–20

Calumet City to DeKalb by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Calumet City, IL, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Hammond Gateway to Locust St at 2nd St - WB Stop #490 via Millennium Station, Randolph & Stetson, Madison & Canal, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wentworth Ave & Pulaski Rd to Dekalb via Ring Rd & Victory Center, 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal, Jefferson & Washington, and Chicago Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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