How to get fromBuffalo Grove to Northbrookby bus, train, taxi or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Buffalo Grove to Northbrook by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 234 bus, line 226 bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Dundee/Buffalo Grove to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus 234
2. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Central/Caldwellbus 226
3. Take the train from Edgebrook to Northbrooktrain
3h 10m
$6–9
Drive 7.9 mi
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1. Drive from Buffalo Grove to Northbrookcar 7.9 mi
13 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buffalo Grove to Northbrooktaxi 7.9 mi
13 min
$27–32
Line 234 bus, line 208 bus, line 422 bus
1. Take the bus from Dundee/Buffalo Grove to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus 234
2. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Old Orchard Mall - Macy'sbus 208
3. Take the bus from Old Orchard Mall - Macy's to Shermer Waltersbus 422
3h 13m
$4–5

Buffalo Grove to Northbrook by bus and train

85Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Buffalo Grove to Northbrook.

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA and Northbrook, Cook County, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Dundee/Buffalo Grove to Shermer Walters via Des Plaines Metra Station and Old Orchard Mall - Macy's in around 3h 13m.

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Northbrook, United States(opens in a new window)

The Windy City, the third-largest in the US, is located alongside majestic Lake Michigan. Home to many world-class attractions, Chi-Town is easily one of the most visited cities in the country. Watch the Chicago Cubs at baseball stalwart Wrigley Field, go wild at Lincoln Park Zoo or wander down the Riverwalk for that big city feel, Get your dose of culture at one of the many museums, or head to the top of 360 Chicago (formerly the John Hancock Observatory) for some sky-high panoramic city views. Visit the Navy Pier for sightseeing by boat, and indulge in the dizzying flavours of the city’s unique deep-dish pizza.

Things to do in Northbrook

Chicago Botanic Garden(Opens in a new window)

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Wrigley Field(Opens in a new window)

Wrigley Field is a baseball park located on the North Side of Chicago, Illinois. It is the home of the Chicago Cubs, one of the city's two Major League Baseball (MLB) franchises. It first opened in 1914 as Weeghman Park for Charles Weeghman's Chicago Whales of the Federal League, which folded after the 1915 baseball season. The Cubs played their first home game at the park on April 20, 1916, defeating the Cincinnati Reds with a score of 7–6 in 11 innings. Chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr. of the Wrigley Company acquired complete control of the Cubs in 1921. It was named Cubs Park from 1920 to 1926, before being renamed Wrigley Field in 1927.

Bahá'í House of Worship(Opens in a new window)

The Bahá'í House of Worship (or Bahá'í Temple) in Wilmette, Illinois. One of eight dedicated temples of the Bahá'í Faith, it is the oldest surviving Bahá'í House of Worship in the world.

Places to stay in Northbrook

Staybridge Suites Glenview by IHG(Opens in a new window)

8.4Very Good

Courtyard Chicago Deerfield(Opens in a new window)

8.1Very Good

Residence Inn Chicago Deerfield(Opens in a new window)

8.3Very Good

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8.0Good

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