What is the cheapest way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette?

The cheapest way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette is to line 147 bus and line 201 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette?

The fastest way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Grant Park and Wilmette?

No, there is no direct bus from Grant Park to Wilmette. However, there are services departing from Congress Plaza & Michigan and arriving at Green Bay Rd & Lake Ave via Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Grant Park and Wilmette?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Wilmette. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Grant Park to Wilmette?

The distance between Grant Park and Wilmette is 14 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

How do I travel from Grant Park to Wilmette without a car?

The best way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Grant Park to Wilmette?

The train from Chicago OTC to Wilmette takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Grant Park to Wilmette bus from?

Grant Park to Wilmette bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Congress Plaza & Michigan station.

Where do I catch the Grant Park to Wilmette train from?

Grant Park to Wilmette train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Grant Park to Wilmette?

The best way to get from Grant Park to Wilmette is to train which takes 32 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and line 213 bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Grant Park to Wilmette bus arrive?

Grant Park to Wilmette bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Rogers & Paulina station.

Where does the Grant Park to Wilmette train arrive?

Grant Park to Wilmette train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Wilmette station.

Can I drive from Grant Park to Wilmette?

Yes, the driving distance between Grant Park to Wilmette is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Grant Park to Wilmette.

Where can I stay near Wilmette?

There are 1141+ hotels available in Wilmette.

Grant Park to Wilmette - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 147 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Grant Park to Wilmette by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Wilmettetrain Up-N
32 min
$4–5
Line 147 bus, line 201 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Congress Plaza & Michigan to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Central Street & Lawndalebus 201
1h 48m
$2
Line 147 bus, line 213 bus
1. Take the bus from Congress Plaza & Michigan to Rogers & Paulinabus 147
2. Take the bus from Howard CTA Station to Green Bay Rd & Lake Avebus 213
1h 42m
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grant Park to Wilmettetaxi 16.4 mi
26 min
$50–65
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Grant Park to Wilmettecar 16.4 mi
26 min
$3–5

Grant Park to Wilmette by train

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Grant Park, Cook County, IL, USA and Wilmette, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Wilmette hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Congress Plaza & Michigan to Green Bay Rd & Lake Ave via Rogers & Paulina and Howard CTA Station in around 1h 42m.

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