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Downers Grove travel guide

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You're Going to Love Downers Grove

With a population of 47,833, Downers Grove is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Downers Grove has to offer.

Where to Eat in Downers Grove

If you’re looking for affordable options, Capri-Downers Grove (5101 Main Street) and Gia Mia - Downers Grove (994 Warren Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Downers Grove

Downers Grove in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Downers Grove in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Downers Grove

Plane

When flying to Downers Grove, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Downers Grove include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Downers Grove departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Downers Grove. The train journey from Downers Grove to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Downers Grove is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 20 miles from Downers Grove. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Downers Grove, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Downers Grove takes 135 miles and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 210 miles. Downers Grove’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Downers Grove, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Downers Grove include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Downers Grove departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Downers Grove. The train journey from Downers Grove to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Downers Grove is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 20 miles from Downers Grove. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Downers Grove, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Downers Grove takes 135 miles and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 210 miles. Downers Grove’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Downers Grove

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SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Downers Grove

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KLM
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British Airways
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Delta
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Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
Good (9,264 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,984 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,921 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,077 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,966 reviews)
Frontier
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Avianca
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Hawaiian Airlines
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ANA
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Japan Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Downers Grove

Most booked hotels in Downers Grove

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Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 582 reviews)
$184+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport - Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 725 reviews)
$159+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Downers Grove Chicago
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 329 reviews)
$140+
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Hyatt Regency Ohare Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2312 reviews)
$123+
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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Htl & Conf Cntr Downers Grove
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 456 reviews)
$135+
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Best Western Chicago - Downers Grove
2 stars
Excellent (8, 840 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Downers Grove

Renting a car in Downers Grove costs $49 per day, on average, or $195 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Downers Grove.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Downers Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Downers Grove is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Downers Grove costs $49 per day, on average, or $195 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Downers Grove.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Downers Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Downers Grove is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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$33/day

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