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

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Libertyville is to line 272 bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Libertyville is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Libertyville?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines station to Libertyville. However, there are services departing from Golf Mill Station and arriving at Milwaukee Ave & Park Ave via Hawthorn Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Libertyville?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Libertyville. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Libertyville via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Libertyville?

The distance between Des Plaines and Libertyville is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Libertyville without a car is to line 272 bus which takes 1h 58m and costs $3 - $5.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Des Plaines to Libertyville, including transfers.

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

Des Plaines to Libertyville bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Golf Mill Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Libertyville?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Libertyville is to line 272 bus which takes 1h 58m and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $12 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Libertyville bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Libertyville bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Hawthorn Mall station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Libertyville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Libertyville?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Libertyville is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Des Plaines to Libertyville.

Where can I stay near Libertyville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Libertyville.

Des Plaines to Libertyville - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 272 bus

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

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Line 272 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Hawthorn Mallbus 272
1h 58m
$3–4
Line 226 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln to Central/Caldwellbus 226
2. Take the train from Edgebrook to Libertyvilletrain Md-N
2h 6m
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Libertyvilletaxi 18.1 mi
26 min
$55–70
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Libertyvillecar 18.1 mi
26 min
$4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Libertyvilletrain Md-N
2h 36m
$9–12

Des Plaines to Libertyville by bus

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Pace Bus operates a bus from Golf Mill Station to Hawthorn Mall hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Des Plaines to Libertyville via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 36m.

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