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

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Riverwoods is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Riverwoods is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Riverwoods?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines station to Riverwoods. However, there are services departing from Golf Mill Station and arriving at Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Ln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Riverwoods?

The distance between Des Plaines and Riverwoods is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Riverwoods without a car is to line 272 bus which takes 25 min and costs $10 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Des Plaines to Riverwoods, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Plaines to Riverwoods bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Riverwoods bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Ln station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Riverwoods?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Riverwoods is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Des Plaines to Riverwoods.

Where can I stay near Riverwoods?

There are 335+ hotels available in Riverwoods.

Des Plaines to Riverwoods - 4 ways to travel via line 272 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Plaines to Riverwoods by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 272 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Lnbus 272
25 min
$10–14
Drive 10.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Riverwoodscar 10.3 mi
17 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Riverwoodstaxi 10.3 mi
17 min
$30–40
Line 234 bus
1. Take the bus from River Rd & Miner St to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Lnbus 234
51 min
$10–14

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Pace Bus operates a bus from Golf Mill Station to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Ln hourly. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 23 min.

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