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How to get fromChicago to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairieby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 511 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain train Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
    2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay L to Mississippi St & Elwood International Port Rdbus bus 511
    2h 20m
    $14–28

  2. Train, line 511 bus via LaSalle Street

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay L to Mississippi St & Elwood International Port Rdbus bus 511
    2h 41m
    $8–11

  3. Drive 53 mi

    1. Drive from Chicago to Midewin Welcome Centercar car 53 mi
    1h 13m
    $10–14

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Midewin Welcome Centertaxi taxi 53 mi
    1h 13m
    $130–160

Chicago to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie by train, bus, and foot

Calendar10Weekly Services
Duration2h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 52 mi
  • Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. However, you can take the train to Joliet Gateway Center, walk to Pace Transit Center Bay L, take the line 511 bus to Mississippi St & Elwood International Port Rd, then walk to Mississippi St & Elwood International Port Rd. Alternatively, you can drive from Chicago to Midewin Welcome Center in around 1h 13m.

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