What is the cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

The cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

The fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Downers Grove and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct bus from Downers Grove to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from La Grange/Burlington Ave. and arriving at E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Downers Grove to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Downers Grove and arriving at Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

The distance between Downers Grove and Waukesha is 124 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $40 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Waukesha bus from?

Downers Grove to Waukesha bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from La Grange/Burlington Ave. station.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Waukesha train from?

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

Train or bus from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $40 - $85. Alternatively, you can line 330 bus and bus, which costs $45 - $60 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Downers Grove to Waukesha bus arrive?

Downers Grove to Waukesha bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at O'Hare MMF Bay 8 station.

Where does the Downers Grove to Waukesha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downers Grove to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Downers Grove to Waukesha is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Downers Grove to Waukesha.

Where can I stay near Waukesha?

There are 82+ hotels available in Waukesha.

Downers Grove to Waukesha - 3 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Downers Grove to Waukesha by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
5h 4m
$44–84
Drive 93.9 mi
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1. Drive from Downers Grove to Waukeshacar 93.9 mi
2h 11m
$18–25
Line 330 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from La Grange/Burlington Ave. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8bus 330
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Goerke's Corners Park and Ridebus Wisconsin Coach Lines
5h 10m
$50–58

Downers Grove to Waukesha by train and bus

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Downers Grove, IL, USA and Waukesha, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Downers Grove to E Main Street at N East Avenue via Chicago Union Station, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Downers Grove to E Main Street at N Barstow Street via LaGrange Road, La Grange/Burlington Ave., Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 5h 10m.

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