What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Highland Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines station to Highland Park. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines Metra Station and arriving at Laurel Ave & 2nd St via Davis St & Benson Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Highland Park?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Highland Park. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Highland Park via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

The distance between Des Plaines and Highland Park is 34 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Highland Park bus from?

Des Plaines to Highland Park bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Des Plaines Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Highland Park train from?

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 213 bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Highland Park bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Highland Park bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Davis CTA Station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Highland Park train arrive?

Des Plaines to Highland Park train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Highland Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Highland Park is 15 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Des Plaines to Highland Park.

Where can I stay near Highland Park?

There are 216+ hotels available in Highland Park.

Des Plaines to Highland Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Plaines to Highland Park by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Highland Parktrain Up-N
1h 40m
$5–7
Drive 15.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Highland Parkcar 15.1 mi
23 min
$3–4
Bus, line 213 bus
1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Davis CTA Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Davis St & Benson Ave to Laurel Ave & 2nd Stbus 213
1h 49m
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Highland Parktaxi 15.1 mi
23 min
$45–55

Des Plaines to Highland Park by train

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Distance: 34.1 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Des Plaines to Highland Park via Clybourn in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Laurel Ave & 2nd St via Davis CTA Station and Davis St & Benson Ave in around 1h 49m.

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