How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 60 bus from Clinton & Madison (South) station to Racine & Harrison (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

48min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 60
60
Walk to Uic
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
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Madison (South)
    ID 18125
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Cicero & 24th Place Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Racine & Harrison (South)
    ID 6366
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    80 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic by bus and train via UP-NW and 7

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 7 bus from Clinton & Jackson (South) station to Harrison & Racine (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

50min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 7
7
Walk to Uic
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
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress & Kedzie (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harrison & Racine (West)
    ID 210
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and Uic, Chicago is approximately 18.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic 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 Uic

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic by bus and train via UP-NW and 7

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 7 bus from Clinton & Jackson (South) station to Harrison & Racine (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

50min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 7
7
Walk to Uic
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
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress & Kedzie (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harrison & Racine (West)
    ID 210
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic?

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Uic?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to #636| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #636| Chicago Otc station near Uic in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and Uic in Chicago by train and bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Uic?

    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 Uic?

    Get off the train at the #636| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Uic in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic?

    The first train from Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Uic in Chicago is Union Pacific Northwest. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 6:31 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Uic costs $7.75.

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