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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln and arriving at Dekalb via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

The distance between Des Plaines and DeKalb is 79 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to DeKalb without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $8 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Des Plaines to DeKalb, including transfers.

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

Des Plaines to DeKalb bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

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

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to DeKalb is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $8 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and bus, which costs $15 - $27 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Des Plaines to DeKalb bus arrive?

Des Plaines to DeKalb bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Washington & Jefferson station.

Where does the Des Plaines to DeKalb train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to DeKalb is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Des Plaines to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
4h 10m
$8–17
Line 56 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Jeffersonbus 56
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
4h 36m
$15–27
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to DeKalbcar 52.1 mi
1h 14m
$10–14

Des Plaines to DeKalb by train and bus

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Des Plaines to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln to Dekalb via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 4h 36m.

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