What is the cheapest way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Indiana station to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis Union Station and arriving at Washington & Canal via Clinton & Quincy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Indiana and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Indiana to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Indiana to Des Plaines?

The distance between Indiana and Des Plaines is 204 miles. The road distance is 198.3 miles.

How do I travel from Indiana to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Indiana to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Indiana to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Des Plaines bus from?

Indiana to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Indianapolis Union Station.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Des Plaines train from?

Indiana to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indiana to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Indiana to Des Plaines is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Indiana to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Indiana to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Indiana and Des Plaines?

Des Plaines is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 2:15 AM in Indiana and 1:15 AM in Des Plaines.

Where does the Indiana to Des Plaines train arrive?

Indiana to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indiana to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Des Plaines is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Indiana to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 383+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

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There are 5 ways to get from Indiana to Des Plaines by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
4h 56m
$36–62
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
6h 10m
$59–123
Drive 197.2 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Des Plainescar 197.2 mi
3h 36m
$36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gary to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SBN - ORD
3h 49m
$41–316
Bus via Lafayette
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Airport to Purdue Memorial Unionbus Indianapolis
2. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus Purdue
6h 15m
$85–117

Indiana to Des Plaines by bus and train

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Distance: 202.8 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Indiana, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Greyhound USA also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 5h.

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