What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University is to bus which costs $2 - $3 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Northwestern University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Plaines Metra Station station and arriving at Davis CTA Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Evanston via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

The distance between Des Plaines and Northwestern University is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University without a car is to bus which takes 53 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

The bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Davis CTA Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Northwestern University bus from?

Des Plaines to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Des Plaines Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Northwestern University train from?

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

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Northwestern University is to bus which takes 53 min and costs $2 - $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $6 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Northwestern University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Des Plaines to Northwestern University train arrive?

Des Plaines to Northwestern University train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Northwestern University is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Des Plaines to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1251+ hotels available in Northwestern University.

Des Plaines to Northwestern University - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Davis CTA Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
53 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain Up-N
1h 28m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Northwestern Universitytaxi 12.5 mi
22 min
$40–50
Drive 12.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Northwestern Universitycar 12.5 mi
22 min
$3–4

Des Plaines to Northwestern University by bus and foot

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Pace Bus operates a bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Davis CTA Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Des Plaines to Northwestern University via Clybourn and Evanston in around 1h 28m.

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