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How to get fromOak Brook to DeKalbby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Oak Brook to DeKalb by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 12 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Glen Ellyn to Elburntrain train Up-W
    2. Take the bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572bus bus 12
    2h 23m
    $29–43

  2. Drive 47.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Oak Brook to DeKalbcar car 47.9 mi
    54 min
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Oak Brook to DeKalbtaxi taxi 47.9 mi
    54 min
    $150–180

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  • Distance: 49.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Oak Brook, IL, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Oak Brook to DeKalb. However, you can take the taxi to Glen Ellyn, take the train to Elburn, walk to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, then take the line 12 bus to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572. Alternatively, you can drive from Oak Brook to DeKalb in around 54 min.

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