What is the cheapest way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Schaumburg and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Schaumburg to Great Lakes station. However, there are services departing from Perimeter Dr & West Dr and arriving at Highland Park Metra Station via Davis St & Benson Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Schaumburg and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Schaumburg to Great Lakes. However, there are services departing from Cumberland and arriving at Great Lakes via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

The distance between Schaumburg and Great Lakes is 53 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

How do I travel from Schaumburg to Great Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $7 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schaumburg to Great Lakes bus from?

Schaumburg to Great Lakes bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Perimeter Dr & West Dr station.

Where do I catch the Schaumburg to Great Lakes train from?

Schaumburg to Great Lakes train services, operated by Metra, depart from Cumberland station.

Train or bus from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

The best way to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 213 bus, which costs $7 - $13 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Schaumburg to Great Lakes bus arrive?

Schaumburg to Great Lakes bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Davis CTA Station.

Where does the Schaumburg to Great Lakes train arrive?

Schaumburg to Great Lakes train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Schaumburg to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Schaumburg to Great Lakes is 30 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Schaumburg to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 138+ hotels available in Great Lakes.

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There are 5 ways to get from Schaumburg to Great Lakes by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cumberland to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Great Lakestrain Up-N
2h 59m
$8–11
Drive 29.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schaumburg to Great Lakescar 29.6 mi
46 min
$6–8
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Davis CTA Stationbus 208
2. Take the train from Main St. to Great Lakestrain Up-N
3h 14m
$9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schaumburg to Great Lakestaxi 29.6 mi
46 min
$90–120
Bus, line 213 bus
1. Take the bus from Perimeter Dr & West Dr to Davis CTA Stationbus 208
2. Take the bus from Davis St & Benson Ave to Highland Park Metra Stationbus 213
3h 34m
$8–13

Schaumburg to Great Lakes by bus and train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Schaumburg, IL, USA and Great Lakes, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Perimeter Dr & West Dr to Great Lakes via Cumberland Metra, Cumberland, and Clybourn in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Perimeter Dr & West Dr to Great Lakes via Davis CTA Station, Davis St & Benson Ave, Highland Park Metra Station, and Highland Park in around 3h 34m.

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