What is the cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln Square and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Foster & Western and arriving at Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln Square and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Ravenswood and arriving at Des Plaines via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

The distance between Lincoln Square and Des Plaines is 18 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to Des Plaines bus from?

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Foster & Western station.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to Des Plaines train from?

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, depart from Ravenswood station.

Train or bus from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines is to train which takes 58 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 92 bus and line 226 bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Lincoln Square to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Lincoln Square to Des Plaines train arrive?

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln Square to Des Plaines is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 358+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 92 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lincoln Square to Des Plaines by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ravenswood to Clybourntrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
58 min
$4–6
Drive 11.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lincoln Square to Des Plainescar 11.8 mi
18 min
$3–4
Line 92 bus, line 226 bus
1. Take the bus from Foster & Western to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 92
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Busse Hwy & Mason Lnbus 226
2h 1m
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lincoln Square to Des Plainestaxi 11.8 mi
18 min
$35–50

Lincoln Square to Des Plaines by train

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Ravenswood to Des Plaines via Clybourn in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foster & Western to Busse Hwy & Mason Ln via Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 2h 1m.

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