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How to Travel from

St. Louis to Des Plaines

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$472.00
Plane from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$331.68
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$612.33

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$472.00
Plane from Decatur Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$255.14

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$459.25
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$433.73

GoJet Airlines

Website:
gojetairlines.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$24.24–$280.65

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from St. Louis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.99–$140.33
Train from St. Louis to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.03–$89.30

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago OTC to Des
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$127.57

Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express

Phone:
(866) 912 6224
Website:
coachusa.com/wisconsin-coach?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAt4C-BhBcEiwA8Kp0Cc3RRg_kOdc3CzsoiFSe4BX-r10-kIOeuDNMfsAKsG5uubvoAmxcrRoC5LwQAvD_BwE
Bus from Milwaukee Airport to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.99–$40.82

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.30–$58.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $53.26 - $81.52 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $119.57 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Des Plaines station. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Des Plaines Metra Station via Illinois Terminal and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between St. Louis and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from St. Louis to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from St. Louis and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

The distance between St. Louis and Des Plaines is 443 km. The road distance is 481 km.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs $34.78 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Des Plaines bus from?

St. Louis to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Des Plaines train from?

St. Louis to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Train, bus or fly from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $119.57 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $34.78 - $130.43 and takes 6h, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $163.04 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the St. Louis to Des Plaines bus arrive?

St. Louis to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where does the St. Louis to Des Plaines train arrive?

St. Louis to Des Plaines train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Des Plaines is 481 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from St. Louis to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 350+ hotels available in Des Plaines. Prices start at $44.79 per night.
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