How to get from Des Plaines to Navy Pier by Chicago 'L', bus and train?

Des Plaines to Navy Pier - Train Schedule

The UP-NW train from Des Plaines to Navy Pier runs from 5:01 AM to 12:31 AM, with departures every 10 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 8 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Des Plaines to Navy Pier by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to Navy Pier in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Jefferson Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 29 bus from State & Randolph (North) station to Navy Pier Terminal (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Des Plaines may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Navy Pier on the Moovit app.

68min$6.25
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 29
29
Walk to Navy Pier
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Des Plaines
  • 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
    Forest Park
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Randolph (North)
    ID 1437
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
    ID 758
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Navy Pier
    Walk to
    Navy Pier
    600 E Grand Ave
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to Navy Pier

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and Navy Pier, Chicago is approximately 19.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to Navy Pier by Chicago 'L', bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L', bus And Train schedule from Des Plaines to Navy Pier

To check the Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Des Plaines to Navy Pier using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Des Plaines) and destination (Navy Pier), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L', bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L', 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 Chicago 'L', bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 29.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Jefferson Park station near Des Plaines to Washington-Blue station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till Washington-Blue station near Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines to Navy Pier in Chicago by train, Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines and Navy Pier in Chicago by train, Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines to get to Navy Pier in Chicago?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Des Plaines and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Washington-Blue stop, which is closest to Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Des Plaines to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    The first train from Des Plaines to Navy Pier in Chicago is Union Pacific Northwest. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 12:01 AM.

  • How much is the total train, Chicago 'L' and bus fare from Des Plaines to Navy Pier?

    The ride from Des Plaines to Navy Pier costs $6.25.

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