What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Magnificent Mile?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines station to Magnificent Mile. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines Metra Station and arriving at Michigan & Erie via Skokie Yellow Line Station and Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Magnificent Mile?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

The distance between Des Plaines and Magnificent Mile is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

The train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTC takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile bus from?

Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Des Plaines Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile train from?

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile is to train which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can bus and line 97 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Dempster - Skokie CTA Station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile.

Where can I stay near Magnificent Mile?

There are 1199+ hotels available in Magnificent Mile.

Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
39 min
$4–5
Bus, line 97 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Dempster - Skokie CTA Stationbus 250
2. Take the bus from Skokie Yellow Line Station to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 97
3. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Eriebus 147
2h 2m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Magnificent Miletaxi 17.8 mi
24 min
$55–70
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Magnificent Milecar 17.8 mi
24 min
$4–5

Des Plaines to Magnificent Mile by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Metra operates a train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Michigan & Erie via Dempster - Skokie CTA Station, Skokie Yellow Line Station, and Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 2h 2m.

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