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How to get fromGrand Central Station to River Forestby train, subway, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Station to River Forest by train, subway, taxi, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Oak Parktrain train Up-W
    34 min
    $3–5

  2. Drive 11.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Grand Central Station to River Forestcar car 11.1 mi
    15 min
    $2–3

  3. Subway

    1. Take the subway from LaSalle to Forest Parksubway subway Blue Line
    1h 6m
    $4–8

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Station to River Foresttaxi taxi 11.1 mi
    15 min
    $30–40

Grand Central Station to River Forest by foot and train

Calendar164Weekly Services
Duration34 minAverage Duration
Ticket$3Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 9.6 mi
  • Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Station, IL, USA and River Forest, Cook County, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Oak Park hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 16 min.

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