What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Lake Bluff?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines station to Lake Bluff station. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines Metra Station and arriving at Highland Park Metra Station via Davis St & Benson Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Lake Bluff?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Lake Bluff via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

The distance between Des Plaines and Lake Bluff is 42 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Lake Bluff bus from?

Des Plaines to Lake Bluff bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Des Plaines Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Lake Bluff train from?

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 213 bus, which costs $7 - $12 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Lake Bluff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Des Plaines to Lake Bluff train arrive?

Des Plaines to Lake Bluff train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Lake Bluff is 23 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff.

Where can I stay near Lake Bluff?

There are 150+ hotels available in Lake Bluff.

Des Plaines to Lake Bluff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 213 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Lake Blufftrain Up-N
1h 59m
$5–8
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 Highland Park Metra Stationbus 213
2h 35m
$7–12
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Lake Bluffcar 22.9 mi
30 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Lake Blufftaxi 22.9 mi
30 min
$70–85
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Davis CTA Stationbus 250 / ...
2. Take the subway from Davis to Mainsubway
3. Take the train from Main St. to Lake Blufftrain
3h 30m
$8–14

Des Plaines to Lake Bluff by train

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Des Plaines to Lake Bluff via Clybourn in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lake Bluff via Davis CTA Station, Davis St & Benson Ave, Highland Park Metra Station, and Highland Park in around 2h 35m.

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