What is the cheapest way to get from Highwood to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Highwood to Chicago is to train which costs $4 - $6 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Highwood to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Highwood to Chicago is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Highwood and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Highwood and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Highwood to Chicago?

The distance between Highwood and Chicago is 25 miles. The road distance is 28.4 miles.

How do I travel from Highwood to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Highwood to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Highwood to Chicago?

The train from Highwood to Chicago OTC takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Highwood to Chicago train from?

Highwood to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Highwood station.

Train or bus from Highwood to Chicago?

The best way to get from Highwood to Chicago is to train which takes 59 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $8 - $11 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Highwood to Chicago train arrive?

Highwood to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Highwood to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Highwood to Chicago is 28 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Highwood to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 446+ hotels available in Chicago.

Highwood to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, line 213 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Highwood to Chicago 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 Highwood to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
59 min
$4–6
Line 213 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Howard CTA Stationbus 213
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wellsbus 147
2h 42m
$8–11
Drive 28.2 mi
1. Drive from Highwood to Chicagocar 28.2 mi
34 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Highwood to Chicagotaxi 28.2 mi
34 min
$75–95

Highwood to Chicago by train

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59 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.6 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Metra operates a train from Highwood to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Highwood to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells via Highland Park, Highland Park Metra Station, and Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 2h 42m.

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