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How to get fromCarol Stream to Des Plainesby bus, subway, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Carol Stream to Des Plaines by bus, subway, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 301 bus, subway

    best
    1. Take the bus from Wheaton Metra to Forest Park CTA Stationbus bus 301
    2. Take the subway from Forest Park to Irving Park-Bluesubway subway Blue Line
    4h 31m
    $8–14

  2. Drive 21.5 mi

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    1. Drive from Carol Stream to Des Plainescar car 21.5 mi
    33 min
    $4–6

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Carol Stream to Des Plainestaxi taxi 21.5 mi
    33 min
    $65–80

Carol Stream to Des Plaines by bus, subway, and train

Calendar65Weekly Services
Duration4h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket$8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 53.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Carol Stream to Des Plaines. However, you can take the line 711 bus to Wheaton Metra, take the line 301 bus to Forest Park CTA Station, walk to Forest Park, take the subway to Irving Park-Blue, walk to Irving Park, then take the train to Des Plaines. Alternatively, you can drive from Carol Stream to Des Plaines in around 33 min.

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