How to get from Des Plaines to United Center by bus and train?

From Des Plaines to United Center by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to United Center in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Hoyne (West) 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 may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to United Center on the Moovit app.

48min$7.75
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 20
20
Walk to United Center
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
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Hoyne (West)
    ID 470
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to United Center
    Walk to
    United Center
    90 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to United Center

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and United Center, Chicago is approximately 19.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to United Center 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 United Center

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and United Center in Chicago?

    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 to United Center in Chicago?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Des Plaines to Madison & Clinton (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Madison & Clinton (West) station near United Center in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Des Plaines and United Center in Chicago by train and bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines to get to United Center 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 United Center in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Madison & Clinton (West) stop, which is closest to United Center in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Des Plaines to United Center in Chicago?

    The first train from Des Plaines to United Center 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 to United Center?

    The ride from Des Plaines to United Center costs $7.75.

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