What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

The fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose Park and Downers Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose Park to Downers Grove. However, there are services departing from Lake St & 23rd Ave and arriving at Ogden Ave / Main St via Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose Park and Downers Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose Park to Downers Grove. However, there are services departing from Melrose Park and arriving at Downers Grove via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

The distance between Melrose Park and Downers Grove is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose Park to Downers Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove without a car is to line 313 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $3 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to Downers Grove bus from?

Melrose Park to Downers Grove bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Lake St & 23rd Ave station.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to Downers Grove train from?

Melrose Park to Downers Grove train services, operated by Metra, depart from Melrose Park station.

Train or bus from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove is to line 313 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $3 - $4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $11 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Melrose Park to Downers Grove bus arrive?

Melrose Park to Downers Grove bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Yorktown Center station.

Where does the Melrose Park to Downers Grove train arrive?

Melrose Park to Downers Grove train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Melrose Park to Downers Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose Park to Downers Grove is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Melrose Park to Downers Grove.

Where can I stay near Downers Grove?

There are 297+ hotels available in Downers Grove.

Melrose Park to Downers Grove - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 313 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melrose Park to Downers Grove by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 313 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lake St & 23rd Ave to Yorktown Centerbus 313
1h 11m
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Melrose Park to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Downers Grovetrain Bnsf
1h 50m
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melrose Park to Downers Grovetaxi 11.7 mi
19 min
$30–40
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Melrose Park to Downers Grovecar 11.7 mi
19 min
$3–4

Melrose Park to Downers Grove by bus

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Distance: 14.6 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Melrose Park, IL, USA and Downers Grove, IL, USA?

Pace Bus operates a bus from Lake St & 23rd Ave to Yorktown Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Melrose Park to Downers Grove via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 1h 50m.

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