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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Oak Brook travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oak Brook

With a population of 7.883, Oak Brook is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Oak Brook deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Oak Brook

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Clubhouse - Oak Brook (298 Oakbrook Center) and J. Alexander's - Oak Brook (1410 16th St) are great picks.

When to visit Oak Brook

Oak Brook in January
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oak Brook in January
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oak Brook

Plane

When flying to Oak Brook, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Oak Brook include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Oak Brook departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oak Brook. The train journey from Oak Brook 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 Oak Brook is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 25 km from Oak Brook. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oak Brook, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Oak Brook takes 217 km and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km. Oak Brook’s bus station is located 2.8 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Oak Brook, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 16 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Oak Brook include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Cathay Pacific. The shortest domestic flight to Oak Brook departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Oak Brook. The train journey from Oak Brook 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 Oak Brook is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 25 km from Oak Brook. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oak Brook, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Bus. From Champaign, the bus ride to Oak Brook takes 217 km and will cost you around $250. From Monona, the ticket costs about $86 for a journey of 338 km. Oak Brook’s bus station is located 2.8 km from the city center.

Airports near Oak Brook

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Oak Brook

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,852 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
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
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,321 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,418 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Oak Brook

Most booked hotels in Oak Brook

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Hyatt House Oak Brook
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 677 reviews)
$146+
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Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 335 reviews)
$242+
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The Drake Oak Brook Autograph Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 246 reviews)
$187+
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Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 582 reviews)
$184+
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Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 662 reviews)
$159+
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Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 787 reviews)
$150+
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Renting a car in Oak Brook

Renting a car in Oak Brook costs $45 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Oak Brook.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oak Brook (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 Oak Brook is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Oak Brook costs $45 per day, on average, or $89 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Oak Brook.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Oak Brook (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 Oak Brook is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Oak Brook

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$27/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

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