What is the cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

The cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart is to train which costs $4 - $6 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

The fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Downers Grove and Merchandise Mart?

No, there is no direct bus from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart. However, there are services departing from Main St & Ogden Ave and arriving at Orleans & Grand via Yorktown Center and Chicago & Austin Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Merchandise Mart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downers Grove and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

The distance between Downers Grove and Merchandise Mart is 22 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

How do I travel from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart without a car?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

The train from Downers Grove to Union Station takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart bus from?

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Yorktown Center station.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart train from?

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart train services, operated by Metra, depart from Downers Grove station.

Train or bus from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 313 bus and line 66 bus, which costs $5 - $7 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart bus arrive?

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Lake St & Austin Blvd station.

Where does the Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart train arrive?

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart?

Yes, the driving distance between Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart.

Where can I stay near Merchandise Mart?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Merchandise Mart.

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
1h 8m
$4–6
Line 313 bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to Lake St & Austin Blvdbus 313
2. Take the bus from Chicago & Austin Terminal to Orleans & Grandbus 66
2h 59m
$6
Drive 22.8 mi
1. Drive from Downers Grove to Merchandise Martcar 22.8 mi
29 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downers Grove to Merchandise Marttaxi 22.8 mi
29 min
$60–75

Downers Grove to Merchandise Mart by train and foot

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Downers Grove, IL, USA and Merchandise Mart, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Merchandise Mart via Yorktown Center, Lake St & Austin Blvd, Chicago & Austin Terminal, and Orleans & Grand in around 2h 59m.

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