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How to get fromChicago Union Station to Prospect Heightsby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heights by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 234 bus

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    1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Cumberlandtrain train Up-Nw
    2. Take the bus from State St & Stratford Rd to Elmhurst/Camp McDonaldbus bus 234
    1h 53m
    $5–8

  2. Drive 22.4 mi

    1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heightscar car 22.4 mi
    32 min
    $5–6

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heightstaxi taxi 22.4 mi
    32 min
    $65–85

Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heights by foot, train, and bus

Calendar90Weekly Services
Duration1h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 22.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Prospect Heights, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heights. However, you can walk to Chicago OTC, take the train to Cumberland, walk to State St & Stratford Rd, then take the line 234 bus to Elmhurst/Camp McDonald. Alternatively, you can drive from Chicago Union Station to Prospect Heights in around 32 min.

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