How to get from Des Plaines to Soldier Field by bus and train?

From Des Plaines to Soldier Field by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to Soldier Field in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 bus and finally take the 146 bus from Washington & Clark/Dearborn (East) station to Soldier Field & Field Museum (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Soldier Field on the Moovit app.

59min$7.75
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - J14
J14
Bus - 146
146
Walk to Soldier Field
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
    #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 - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal (Se)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Clark/Dearborn (East)
    ID 18122
    5 min
  • 7
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Soldier Field & Field Museum (East)
    ID 4873
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Soldier Field
    Walk to
    Soldier Field
    1410 S Museum Campus Dr
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to Soldier Field

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and Soldier Field, Chicago is approximately 19.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to Soldier Field 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 to Soldier Field

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line J14, Bus line 146.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Soldier Field in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines to Soldier Field in Chicago?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Des Plaines to Washington & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Washington & Canal (East) station near Soldier Field in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines to Soldier Field in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines and Soldier Field in Chicago by train and bus is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines to get to Soldier Field in Chicago?

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

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

    Get off the train at the Washington & Canal (East) stop, which is closest to Soldier Field in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Des Plaines to Soldier Field in Chicago?

    The last train from Des Plaines to Soldier Field in Chicago is the Union Pacific Northwest line. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 4:31 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines to Soldier Field?

    The ride from Des Plaines to Soldier Field costs $7.75.

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