How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Clybourn station. Next, take the 73 bus from Cortland & Ashland (East) station to North Ave & Elston (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to The Salt Shed on the Moovit app.

41min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 73
73
Walk to The Salt Shed
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
    Clybourn
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cortland & Ashland (East)
    ID 4070
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Clark & North (Nw)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Ave & Elston (East)
    ID 15375
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to The Salt Shed
    Walk to
    The Salt Shed
    1357 N Elston Ave
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and The Salt Shed, Chicago is approximately 15.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed 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 The Salt Shed

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

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 73.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and The Salt Shed?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Clybourn station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Clybourn station near The Salt Shed in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and The Salt Shed in Chicago by train and bus is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to The Salt Shed?

    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 The Salt Shed?

    Get off the train at the Clybourn stop, which is closest to The Salt Shed in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed?

    The first train from Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to The Salt Shed in Chicago is Union Pacific Northwest. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 12:01 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to The Salt Shed costs $6.00.

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