What is the cheapest way to get from DeKalb to McHenry?

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to McHenry is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from DeKalb to McHenry?

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to McHenry is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between DeKalb and McHenry?

No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to McHenry. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at McHenry via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from DeKalb to McHenry?

The distance between DeKalb and McHenry is 119 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

How do I travel from DeKalb to McHenry without a car?

The best way to get from DeKalb to McHenry without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 6m and costs $19 - $28.

How long does it take to get from DeKalb to McHenry?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from DeKalb to McHenry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to McHenry train from?

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

Where does the DeKalb to McHenry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from DeKalb to McHenry?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to McHenry is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from DeKalb to McHenry.

Where can I stay near McHenry?

There are 99+ hotels available in McHenry.

DeKalb to McHenry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 12 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from DeKalb to McHenry by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to McHenrytrain Up-Nw
4h 6m
$20–28
Line 12 bus, train, line 801 bus, line 550 bus, line 806 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locust St. at 2nd St. - EB Stop #623 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus 12
2. Take the train from Elburn to Genevatrain
3. Take the bus from Geneva Metra Station to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Abus 801
4. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop A to Crystal Lake Metra Stationbus 550
5. Take the bus from Crystal Lake Metra Station to Main/Frontbus 806
6h 14m
$8–20
Train
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to McHenrytrain Up-Nw
5h
$10–21
Drive 47.3 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to McHenrycar 47.3 mi
1h 8m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from DeKalb to McHenrytaxi 47.3 mi
1h 8m
$140–180

DeKalb to McHenry by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and McHenry, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to McHenry via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, and Chicago OTC in around 5h.

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