What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb?

The fastest way to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct train between Lake Villa and DeKalb?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Villa to DeKalb. However, there are services departing from Lake Villa and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Lake Villa to DeKalb?

The distance between Lake Villa and DeKalb is 117 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Villa to DeKalb without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 17m and costs $17 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Villa to DeKalb train from?

Lake Villa to DeKalb train services, operated by Metra, depart from Lake Villa station.

Where does the Lake Villa to DeKalb train arrive?

Lake Villa to DeKalb train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Lake Villa to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Villa to DeKalb is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Lake Villa to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Lake Villa to DeKalb - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Villa to DeKalb by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lake Villa to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
4h 17m
$17–29
Drive 60.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Villa to DeKalbcar 60.7 mi
1h 32m
$12–16
Train
1. Take the train from Lake Villa to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
5h 9m
$13–24

Lake Villa to DeKalb by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.2 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Lake Villa, IL, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Lake Villa to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Union Station, Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 5h 9m.

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