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How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Jefferson Park station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

64min$6.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Depaul University
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
    #632| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jefferson Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 56 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Washington & State (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

51min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 56
56
Walk to Depaul University
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 - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and Depaul University, Chicago is approximately 17.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 64 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' 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 Des Plaines Metra Station

Des Plaines Metra Station is located at Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is River Rd & Mill St.

Train stations close to Des Plaines Metra Station:

  • Des Plaines
  • Cumberland
  • Dee Road

Bus stations close to Des Plaines Metra Station:

  • River Rd & Mill St
  • River Rd & River St/Pearson St
  • River Rd & Pearson St/River St

Public transit stations close to Depaul University, Chicago

Depaul University is located at 1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Jackson & State (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Depaul University:

  • Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren
  • Jackson-Blue
  • Monroe-Red

Bus stations close to Depaul University:

  • Dearborn & Jackson (North)
  • State & Van Buren (South)
  • Dearborn St & Jackson Blvd (Drop Off Only)

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From Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 56 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Washington & State (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

51min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 56
56
Walk to Depaul University
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 - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University?

    The fastest way takes 64 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 56.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Depaul University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to #632| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till #632| Chicago Otc station near Depaul University in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University by train and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and Depaul University in Chicago by train and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Depaul University?

    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 Depaul University?

    Get off the train at the #632| Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Depaul University in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University?

    The last train from Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Depaul University in Chicago is the Union Pacific Northwest line. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 6:31 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Depaul University costs $6.25.

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