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How to get fromChicago to Fermilabby train, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Fermilab by train, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to West Chicagotrain train Up-W
    1h 14m
    $26–32

  2. Drive 36 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chicago to Fermilabcar car 36 mi
    47 min
    $7–10

  3. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Michigan Ave & Van Buren St to White Fence Farmbus bus 850 / ...
    2. Take the taxi from White Fence Farm to Fermilabtaxi taxi
    1h 48m
    $58–69

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Fermilabtaxi taxi 36 mi
    47 min
    $90–110

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 38.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Fermilab, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to West Chicago hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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