There are 2 ways to get from DeKalb to Macomb by train (Amtrak) or car
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DeKalb to Macomb by bus and train
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The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Macomb is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.
The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Macomb is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.
No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to Macomb station. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at Macomb Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
The distance between DeKalb and Macomb is 314 miles. The road distance is 185.5 miles.
The best way to get from DeKalb to Macomb without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs $85 - $190.
It takes approximately 7h to get from DeKalb to Macomb, including transfers.
DeKalb to Macomb train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.
DeKalb to Macomb train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.
Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Macomb is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from DeKalb to Macomb.
There are four+ hotels available in Macomb.
What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and Macomb, IL, USA?
You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Macomb Station via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 7h.
- Phone
- +1 312-696-3872
- Website
- metra.com
Train from Elburn to Chicago OTC
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $6–8
- Website
- https://metra.com
- Adult
- $6–8
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 24m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $80–170
- Website
- https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
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