How to get from Des Plaines to DeKalb by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to DeKalb in Dekalb, 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 UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station to Locust St at 2nd St - Wb Stop #490 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $12.50.

199min$12.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Walk to DeKalb
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    0.73 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #606| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #19| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    88 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Locust St at 2nd St - Wb Stop #490
    ID 490
    38 min
  • 9
    Walk to DeKalb
    Walk to
    DeKalb
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to DeKalb

The distance between Des Plaines, Dekalb and DeKalb, Dekalb is approximately 80.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to DeKalb by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dekalb – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Des Plaines

Des Plaines is located at Des Plaines, Dekalb and the nearest public transit station is O'Hare Transfer.

Train stations close to Des Plaines:

  • O'Hare Transfer
  • Des Plaines
  • Dee Road

Bus stations close to Des Plaines:

  • White St & Walnut Ave
  • Center St & Thacker St
  • Ellinwood Ave & River Rd

Public transit stations close to DeKalb, Dekalb

DeKalb is located at DeKalb, Dekalb and the nearest public transit station is Locust St at 2nd St - Wb Stop #490.

Bus stations close to DeKalb:

  • Locust St at 2nd St - Wb Stop #490
  • Locust & 2nd
  • Locust & 6th-Wb

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and DeKalb?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines in Des Plaines to #606| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #606| Chicago Otc station near DeKalb in Dekalb.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines to DeKalb by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines in Des Plaines and DeKalb in Dekalb by train and bus is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines to get to DeKalb?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Des Plaines and DeKalb?

    Get off the train at the #606| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to DeKalb in Dekalb.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Des Plaines to DeKalb?

    The ride from Des Plaines to DeKalb costs $12.50.

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