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How to get fromDes Plaines to Carol Streamby subway, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Plaines to Carol Stream by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Subway, line 301 bus

    best
    1. Take the subway from Rosemont to Forest Parksubway subway Blue Line
    2. Take the bus from Forest Park CTA Station to Wheaton Metrabus bus 301
    5h 7m
    $7–12

  2. Drive 20.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Des Plaines to Carol Streamcar car 20.7 mi
    34 min
    $4–6

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Carol Streamtaxi taxi 20.7 mi
    34 min
    $60–80

Des Plaines to Carol Stream by bus and subway

Calendar60Weekly Services
Duration5h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket$7Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 56.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Plaines to Carol Stream. However, you can take the line 230 bus to Rosemont CTA Station, walk to Rosemont, take the subway to Forest Park, walk to Forest Park CTA Station, take the line 301 bus to Wheaton Metra, then take the line 711 bus to Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Plaines to Carol Stream in around 34 min.

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