How to get from Des Plaines to Zion by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to Zion in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Clybourn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the 571 bus from Sheridan Rd & Washington St station to Gabriel Ave & 23rd St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

163min$9.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 571
571
Walk to Zion
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    50 yd • 1 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
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    99 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan Rd & Washington St
    ID 18080
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 571571
    Wait for bus
    571
    Gabriel Ave & 23rd St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gabriel Ave & 23rd St
    ID 35689
    21 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    430 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to Zion

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and Zion, Chicago is approximately 54.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 163 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to Zion by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Des Plaines

Des Plaines is located at Des Plaines, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Miner St & Pearson St.

Train stations close to Des Plaines:

  • Dee Road
  • Cumberland
  • Des Plaines

Bus stations close to Des Plaines:

  • Miner St & Pearson St
  • Des Plaines Metra Station
  • Lee St/Mannheim Rd & Ellinwood Ave

Public transit stations close to Zion, Chicago

Zion is located at Zion, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is 21st St & Hebron Ave.

Train stations close to Zion:

  • Zion
  • Winthrop Harbor

Bus stations close to Zion:

  • 21st St & Hebron Ave
  • 21st St & Emmaus Ave
  • 21st St & Gillead Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Zion?

    The fastest way takes 163 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line UP-N, Bus line 571.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 43 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Des Plaines and Zion in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 43 min.

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

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

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

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Des Plaines to Zion?

    The ride from Des Plaines to Zion costs $9.50.

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