What is the cheapest way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Magnificent Mile and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Michigan & Huron and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Paulina & Howard Terminal and Dempster - Skokie CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Magnificent Mile and Des Plaines?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Des Plaines. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

The distance between Magnificent Mile and Des Plaines is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

The train from Chicago OTC to Des Plaines takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines bus from?

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Michigan & Huron station.

Where do I catch the Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines train from?

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines is to train which takes 34 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and bus, which costs $3 - $7 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines train arrive?

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Des Plaines station.

Can I drive from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 387+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 147 bus

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

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1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
34 min
$4–5
Line 147 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Michigan & Huron to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Skokie Yellow Line Stationbus 97
3. Take the bus from Dempster - Skokie CTA Station to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus 250
1h 51m
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Magnificent Mile to Des Plainestaxi 17.3 mi
25 min
$50–65
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Magnificent Mile to Des Plainescar 17.3 mi
25 min
$4–5

Magnificent Mile to Des Plaines by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Des Plaines hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Michigan & Huron to Des Plaines Metra Station via Paulina & Howard Terminal, Skokie Yellow Line Station, and Dempster - Skokie CTA Station in around 1h 51m.

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