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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines is to bus which costs $28 - $45 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Jefferson & Washington and Jefferson Park Transit Center - Bus Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kalamazoo and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Des Plaines is 155 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines, including transfers.

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

Kalamazoo to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $45 and takes 5h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $30 - $290 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Kalamazoo to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Des Plaines?

Des Plaines is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 7:54 AM in Kalamazoo and 6:54 AM in Des Plaines.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Des Plaines is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Kalamazoo to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 375+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine / ...
3h 26m
$43–88
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
5h 50m
$28–45
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Des Plainescar 162 mi
2h 55m
$30–43
Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane AZO - ORD
3h 9m
$32–286
Bus, taxi to Muskegon, fly
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the taxi from Meijer - Standale to Muskegon (MKG)taxi
3. Fly from Muskegon (MKG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MKG - ORD
4h 58m
$193–336

Kalamazoo to Des Plaines by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.3 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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