What is the cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Jefferson & Washington and Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between DeKalb and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

The distance between DeKalb and Des Plaines is 79 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

How do I travel from DeKalb to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $7 - $18.

How long does it take to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Des Plaines bus from?

DeKalb to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Des Plaines train from?

DeKalb to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Des Plaines is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $7 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 56 bus, which costs $16 - $27 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the DeKalb to Des Plaines bus arrive?

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

Where does the DeKalb to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from DeKalb to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Des Plaines is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from DeKalb to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 366+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

DeKalb to Des Plaines - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 56 bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
3h 31m
$8–18
Bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Jefferson & Washington to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
4h 25m
$16–27
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Des Plainescar 52.4 mi
1h 15m
$10–14

DeKalb to Des Plaines by bus and train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Des Plaines via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, and Chicago OTC in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Washington, and Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 4h 25m.

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