How to get from East Chicago to Preston Heights by train?

By train

To get from East Chicago to Preston Heights in Chicago, take the SSL train from East Chicago station to Van Buren St. station. Next, take the RI train from Lasalle Street station to Joliet station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $13.25.

172min$13.25
Walk to train station
Train - SSLSSL
Train - RIRI
Walk to Preston Heights
Leaves from East Chicago

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Chicago
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lasalle Street
    670 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #403| Joliet
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    65 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston Heights
    Walk to
    Preston Heights
    2.22 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from East Chicago to Preston Heights

The distance between East Chicago, Chicago and Preston Heights, Chicago is approximately 66.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 172 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Chicago to Preston Heights by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to East Chicago

East Chicago is located at East Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is E. Chicago S. Shore Station.

Train stations close to East Chicago:

  • Hammond

Bus stations close to East Chicago:

  • E. Chicago S. Shore Station

Public transit stations close to Preston Heights, Chicago

Preston Heights is located at Preston Heights, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Chicago/Louis.

Train stations close to Preston Heights:

  • Joliet
  • Joliet Union Station

Bus stations close to Preston Heights:

  • Chicago/Louis
  • Chicago St & Louis Rd
  • Chicago/Keuka

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Chicago to Preston Heights?

    The fastest way takes 172 minutes, using Bus line SSL, Bus line RI.

  • Is there a direct train between East Chicago and Preston Heights in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Chicago to Preston Heights in Chicago?

    The SSL train line goes from East Chicago station near East Chicago to Chicago station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Preston Heights station near Preston Heights in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from East Chicago to Preston Heights in Chicago by train?

    The total travel time between East Chicago and Preston Heights in Chicago by train is about 2 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near East Chicago to get to Preston Heights in Chicago?

    Get on the SSL train from the East Chicago station near East Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between East Chicago and Preston Heights in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Preston Heights station, which is closest to Preston Heights in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from East Chicago to Preston Heights?

    The ride from East Chicago to Preston Heights costs $13.25.

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