How to get from Vernon Hills to Darien by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Vernon Hills to Darien in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 574 bus from Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr) station to Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Westmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $14.25.

212min$14.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 574
574
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Darien
Leaves from Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
    ID 18016
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    College Of Lake County
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station
    ID 19403
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Libertyville
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2116| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    62 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westmont
    45 min
  • 9
    Walk to Darien
    Walk to
    Darien
    2.19 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vernon Hills to Darien

The distance between Vernon Hills, Chicago and Darien, Chicago is approximately 61.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 212 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vernon Hills to Darien by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills is located at Vernon Hills, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr).

Train stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Vernon Hills

Bus stations close to Vernon Hills:

  • Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr)
  • Hawthorn Mall at Barbara's Bookstore
  • Hawthorn Mall at Macy's

Public transit stations close to Darien, Chicago

Darien is located at Darien, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Cass/67th.

Train stations close to Darien:

  • Westmont
  • Clarendon Hills
  • West Hinsdale

Bus stations close to Darien:

  • Cass/67th
  • Cass/Falcon
  • Cass/Alison

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vernon Hills to Darien?

    The fastest way takes 212 minutes, using Bus line 574, Bus line MD-N, Bus line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vernon Hills and Darien in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vernon Hills to Darien in Chicago?

    The 574 bus line goes from Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr) station near Vernon Hills to College Of Lake County station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Darien station near Darien in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Vernon Hills to Darien in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Vernon Hills and Darien in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vernon Hills to get to Darien in Chicago?

    Get on the 574 bus from the Hawthorn Mall (122 Hawthorn Ctr) stop near Vernon Hills in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Vernon Hills and Darien in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Darien station, which is closest to Darien in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Vernon Hills to Darien?

    The ride from Vernon Hills to Darien costs $14.25.

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