What is the cheapest way to get from Racine to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Racine to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Racine to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Racine to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Racine and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Racine to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Marquette and 6th and arriving at Center St & Algonquin Rd via Mitchell Airport and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Racine and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Racine to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Kenosha and arriving at Des Plaines via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Racine to Des Plaines?

The distance between Racine and Des Plaines is 73 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

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

The best way to get from Racine to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $10 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Racine to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Racine to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Racine to Des Plaines bus from?

Racine to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Marquette and 6th station.

Where do I catch the Racine to Des Plaines train from?

Racine to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, depart from Kenosha station.

Train or bus from Racine to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Racine to Des Plaines is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs $10 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Racine to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Racine to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Mitchell Airport station.

Where does the Racine to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Racine to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Racine to Des Plaines is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Racine to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 383+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Racine to Des Plaines - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Racine to Des Plaines by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Clybourntrain Up-N
3h 40m
$11–17
Drive 54.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Racine to Des Plainescar 54.7 mi
1h 15m
$10–15
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marquette St & 6th St to Amtrak Stationbus 20
2. Take the train from Sturtevant Amtrak Station to Glenview Amtrak Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
4h 10m
$15–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marquette and 6th to Mitchell Airportbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
4h 16m
$43–57

Racine to Des Plaines by bus and train

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Distance: 72.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Racine, WI, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Kenosha to Clybourn every 3 hours. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marquette and 6th to Center St & Algonquin Rd via Mitchell Airport, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop G in around 4h 16m.

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