What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Ridge and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Harlem Ave & Southwest Hwy and arriving at O'Hare MMF Bay 8 via Bridgeview Transit Center Bay 1 and Archer/72nd Ct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Ridge and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Chicago Ridge and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

The distance between Chicago Ridge and Des Plaines is 34 miles. The road distance is 29.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $8 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines bus from?

Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Archer/72nd Ct. station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $8 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 330 bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at O'Hare MMF Bay 8 station.

Where does the Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines train arrive?

Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines is 30 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 356+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines - 4 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Ridge to Chicago Union Stationtrain Sws
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
1h 42m
$8–10
Line 330 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Archer/72nd Ct. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8bus 330
2h 20m
$5–9
Drive 29.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Ridge to Des Plainescar 29.5 mi
36 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Ridge to Des Plainestaxi 29.5 mi
36 min
$85–110

Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines by train and foot

70Weekly Services

1h 42mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines.

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Chicago Ridge to Des Plaines via Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, Pace Bus operates a bus from Archer/72nd Ct. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8 hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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