How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 124 bus and finally take the LAKESHORE train from Millennium Station station to Hammond station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $15.50. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Calumet City, IL on the Moovit app.

122min$15.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 124
124
Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
Walk to Calumet City, IL
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #636| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 124124
    Wait for bus
    124
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Randolph & Michigan (East)
    ID 14482
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Millennium Station
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - LAKESHORELAKESHORE
    Wait for train
    LAKESHORE
    Miller
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hammond
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Calumet City, IL
    Walk to
    Calumet City, IL
    1.58 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station and Calumet City, IL is approximately 40.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 122 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Calumet City – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL

To check the bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Des Plaines Metra Station) and destination (Calumet City, IL), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL?

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 124, Train line LAKESHORE.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Calumet City, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 2 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Chicago Otc station near Calumet City, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station and Calumet City, IL by train and bus is about 2 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Calumet City, IL?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Des Plaines Metra Station and Calumet City, IL?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Calumet City, IL.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Calumet City, IL costs $15.50.

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