How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL 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 LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER train and finally take the 832 bus from Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St) station to 9th/State station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lockport, IL on the Moovit app.

150min
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
Bus - 832
832
Walk to Lockport, IL
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
    #640| 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
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Kansas City
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
    ID 37266
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 832832
    Wait for bus
    832
    Herion Way at Wheeler
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    9th/State
    16 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lockport, IL
    Walk to
    Lockport, IL
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station and Lockport, IL is approximately 61.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lockport – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL

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

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Train line LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER, Bus line 832.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Lockport, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL?

    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 train line and one bus line till Chicago Otc station near Lockport, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Lockport, IL by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station and Lockport, IL by train and bus is about 2 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Lockport, IL?

    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 Lockport, IL?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Lockport, IL.

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