What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to DeKalb County?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to DeKalb County is to bus which costs $10 - $21 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to DeKalb County?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to DeKalb County is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and DeKalb County?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Dekalb. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Chicago to DeKalb County?

The distance between Chicago and DeKalb County is 68 miles. The road distance is 64.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to DeKalb County without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to DeKalb County without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $10 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to DeKalb County?

The bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalb takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chicago to DeKalb County bus from?

Chicago to DeKalb County bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to DeKalb County bus arrive?

Chicago to DeKalb County bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Dekalb station.

Can I drive from Chicago to DeKalb County?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to DeKalb County is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Chicago to DeKalb County.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to DeKalb County?

Book your Chicago to DeKalb County bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near DeKalb County?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb County.

Chicago to DeKalb County - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 12 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago to DeKalb County by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
1h 35m
$10–21
Train, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain 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 12
2h 54m
$7–15
Drive 64.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to DeKalb Countycar 64.1 mi
1h 11m
$12–17

Chicago to DeKalb County by bus

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.2 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and DeKalb County, IL, USA?

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalb twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily.

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