What is the cheapest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

The cheapest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

The fastest way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Glen Ellyn and Uptown Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station. However, there are services departing from Main/Pennsylvania and arriving at Watterson Commons via Yorktown Center and Oakbrook Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Glen Ellyn and Uptown Station?

No, there is no direct train from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station. However, there are services departing from Glen Ellyn and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

The distance between Glen Ellyn and Uptown Station is 148 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

How do I travel from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station without a car?

The best way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station bus from?

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Oakbrook Mall station.

Where do I catch the Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station train from?

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from Glen Ellyn station.

Train or bus from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

The best way to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station bus arrive?

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Watterson Commons station.

Where does the Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station train arrive?

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station.

Where can I stay near Uptown Station?

There are 44+ hotels available in Uptown Station.

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
3h 55m
$43–93
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glen Ellyn to Uptown Stationcar 118 mi
2h 9m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commonsbus Peoria line
4h 1m
$48–64
Bus via Chicago (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0145S
6h 58m
$38–68

Glen Ellyn to Uptown Station by train and bus

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3h 55mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Glen Ellyn, IL, USA and Uptown Station, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Glen Ellyn to Bloomington-Normal via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commons 3 times a week. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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