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How to get fromDowntown Chicago to Buffalo Groveby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grove by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 234 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Cumberlandtrain train Up-Nw
    2. Take the bus from State St & Stratford Rd to Buffalo Grove/Dundeebus bus 234
    2h 14m
    $6–8

  2. Drive 26.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grovecar car 26.8 mi
    38 min
    $5–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grovetaxi taxi 26.8 mi
    38 min
    $80–100

Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grove by foot, train, and bus

Calendar90Weekly Services
Duration2h 14mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 28.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Downtown Chicago, IL, USA and Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grove. However, you can walk to Chicago OTC, take the train to Cumberland, walk to State St & Stratford Rd, then take the line 234 bus to Buffalo Grove/Dundee. Alternatively, you can drive from Downtown Chicago to Buffalo Grove in around 38 min.

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