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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Chicago Heights is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Chicago Heights is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Chicago Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Chicago Heights. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Jackson & Clinton, State & Jackson and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between DeKalb and Chicago Heights?

No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to Chicago Heights. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at 211th St. via Millennium Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Chicago Heights?

The distance between DeKalb and Chicago Heights is 103 miles. The road distance is 76.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Chicago Heights without a car is to bus and line 29 bus and line 352 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $18 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from DeKalb to Chicago Heights, including transfers.

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

DeKalb to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Chicago Heights train from?

DeKalb to Chicago Heights train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Chicago Heights?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Chicago Heights is to bus and line 29 bus and line 352 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $18 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $28 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the DeKalb to Chicago Heights bus arrive?

DeKalb to Chicago Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the DeKalb to Chicago Heights train arrive?

DeKalb to Chicago Heights train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Chicago Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Chicago Heights is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from DeKalb to Chicago Heights.

Where can I stay near Chicago Heights?

There are 112+ hotels available in Chicago Heights.

DeKalb to Chicago Heights - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 29 bus

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

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Bus, line 29 bus, line 352 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from State & Jackson to 95th Red Line Stationbus 29
3. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwybus 352
3h 59m
$19–27
Train, line 352 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwybus 352
4h 25m
$14–28
Drive 76.5 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Chicago Heightscar 76.5 mi
1h 36m
$14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Millennium Station to 211th St.train Me
4h 53m
$14–28

DeKalb to Chicago Heights by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.1 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Dekalb to Halsted St & Lincoln Hwy via Chicago Bus Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, State & Jackson, 95th Red Line Station, and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Lincoln Hwy & Chicago Rd via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, Washington & Canal, Randolph & Michigan, Millennium Station, 211th St., and 211th St Metra in around 4h 53m.

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