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How to get from Des Plaines to Fox Lake by train?

By train

To get from Des Plaines to Fox Lake in Fox Lake, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the MD-N train from Chicago Union Station station to Fox Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $12.25.

159min$12.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - MD-NMD-N
Walk to Fox Lake
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
    #610| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2103| Fox Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Fox Lake
    95 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fox Lake
    Walk to
    Fox Lake
    West Grand Avenue
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to Fox Lake

The distance between Des Plaines, Fox Lake and Fox Lake, Fox Lake is approximately 67.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to Fox Lake by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fox Lake – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Des Plaines

Des Plaines is located at Des Plaines, Fox Lake 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 Fox Lake, Fox Lake

Fox Lake is located at West Grand Avenue, Fox Lake and the nearest public transit station is Route 12/Grand.

Train stations close to Fox Lake:

  • Fox Lake
  • Ingleside

Bus stations close to Fox Lake:

  • Route 12/Grand
  • Grand/Route 12
  • Route 12/Meade

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line MD-N.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Fox Lake?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines to Fox Lake?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines in Des Plaines to #610| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #610| Chicago Otc station near Fox Lake in Fox Lake.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines to Fox Lake by train?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines in Des Plaines and Fox Lake in Fox Lake by train is about 2 hr 39 min.

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

    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 Fox Lake?

    Get off the train at the #610| Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Fox Lake in Fox Lake.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines to Fox Lake?

    The ride from Des Plaines to Fox Lake costs $12.25.

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