How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 157 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Michigan & South Water (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Harold Washington College on the Moovit app.

49min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 157
157
Walk to Harold Washington College
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 - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & South Water (North)
    ID 1120
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Harold Washington College
    Walk to
    Harold Washington College
    East Lake Street
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and Harold Washington College, Chicago is approximately 18.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College

To check the bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Des Plaines Metra Station) and destination (Harold Washington College), 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 Harold Washington College?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 157.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Harold Washington College?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College?

    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 bus line till Chicago Otc station near Harold Washington College in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and Harold Washington College in Chicago by train and bus is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Harold Washington College?

    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 Harold Washington College?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Harold Washington College in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College?

    The last train from Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Harold Washington College in Chicago is the Union Pacific Northwest line. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 5:44 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Harold Washington College costs $7.75.

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