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

The cheapest way to get from Winnetka to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Winnetka to Des Plaines is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Winnetka and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Winnetka to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from Green Bay Rd & Pine St and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Winnetka and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Winnetka to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Winnetka and arriving at Des Plaines via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Winnetka to Des Plaines?

The distance between Winnetka and Des Plaines is 18 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winnetka to Des Plaines without a car is to line 213 bus and bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $3 - $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Winnetka to Des Plaines, including transfers.

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

Winnetka to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Green Bay Rd & Pine St station.

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

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

Train or bus from Winnetka to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Winnetka to Des Plaines is to line 213 bus and bus which takes 1h 2m and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Winnetka to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Winnetka to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop A station.

Where does the Winnetka to Des Plaines train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Winnetka to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Winnetka to Des Plaines is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Winnetka to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 379+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Winnetka to Des Plaines - 4 ways to travel via train, line 213 bus, and bus

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

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Line 213 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Green Bay Rd & Pine St to Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop Abus 213
2. Take the bus from Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
1h 2m
$4–6
Drive 12.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Winnetka to Des Plainescar 12.8 mi
21 min
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Winnetka to Clybourntrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
1h 22m
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Winnetka to Des Plainestaxi 12.8 mi
21 min
$40–50

Winnetka to Des Plaines by bus

206Weekly Buses

1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Green Bay Rd & Pine St to Des Plaines Metra Station via Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop A and Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B in around 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Winnetka to Des Plaines via Clybourn in around 1h 22m.

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