What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Chicago and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Van Buren & Halsted and arriving at 1st St & York St via Austin/Jackson and Lake St & Austin Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Chicago and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Elmhurst. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

The distance between Downtown Chicago and Elmhurst is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

The train from Chicago OTC to Elmhurst takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst bus from?

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Van Buren & Halsted station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst train from?

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst is to train which takes 46 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 126 bus and line 309 bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst bus arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jackson & Austin Terminal station.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst train arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Elmhurst station.

Can I drive from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst is 17 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 428+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 126 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elmhursttrain Up-W
46 min
$4–5
Line 126 bus, line 309 bus
1. Take the bus from Van Buren & Halsted to Jackson & Austin Terminalbus 126
2. Take the bus from Lake St & Austin Blvd to 1st St & York Stbus 309
2h 20m
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Chicago to Elmhursttaxi 17.3 mi
22 min
$45–55
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Chicago to Elmhurstcar 17.3 mi
22 min
$4–5

Downtown Chicago to Elmhurst by foot and train

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Downtown Chicago, IL, USA and Elmhurst, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Elmhurst hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Downtown Chicago to 1st St & York St via Van Buren & Halsted, Jackson & Austin Terminal, Austin/Jackson, and Lake St & Austin Blvd in around 2h 20m.

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