What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln and arriving at Washington & Jefferson via Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Des Plaines and The Loop (CTA) is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $3 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

The train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTC takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) train from?

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Des Plaines station.

Train or bus from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 47 min and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 226 bus and line 56 bus, which costs $5 - $6 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1247+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 226 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCUp-Nw
47 min
$3–6
Line 226 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln to Jefferson Park Transit Center226
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Jefferson56
1h 57m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)17.1 mi
24 min
$50–65
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA)17.1 mi
24 min
$4–5

Des Plaines to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

195Weekly Services

47 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln to The Loop (CTA) via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Washington & Jefferson in around 1h 57m.

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