Downers Grove sits between the two major Chicago airports in a way that gives travelers several choices. O'Hare is about 19 road miles away, while BNSF Metra and Pace can also build a transit route toward the airport without necessarily going all the way downtown first.
All Transportation Options From Downers Grove
| Option | Cost to ORD | Cost to MDW | Door-to-Door? | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Taxi | $80 sedan / $95 minivan | $90 sedan / $105 minivan | Yes | ORD ~25–35 min / MDW ~25–40 min |
| Uber / Lyft | Live app price — varies by demand | Live app price — varies by demand | Yes | ORD ~25–35 min / MDW ~25–40 min |
| Metra BNSF + Pace/CTA | ~$6–10 | ~$6–10 | No — transfer(s) required | ORD ~75–100 min / MDW ~60–90 min |
| Shared / Private Shuttle | Provider quote — availability varies | Provider quote — availability varies | Depends on service | ORD ~45–80 min / MDW ~45–80 min |
| Drive & Park | Parking + gas/tolls | Parking + gas/tolls | No — parking/terminal transfer remains | ORD ~25–35 min / MDW ~25–40 min + parking time |
Taxi fares above use the current published base sedan rate, with the site's +$15 minivan add-on. Rideshare pricing is intentionally shown as variable because app fares change by time and demand. Transit fares and travel times are approximate planning ranges and should be checked against the current operator schedule before travel.
Drive Times: Downers Grove to O'Hare by Time of Day
| Departure Time | Typical Planning Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00am–6:30am | 25–30 min | Light I-294 traffic |
| 6:30am–9:00am | 35–50 min | Morning congestion can build quickly |
| 9:00am–3:30pm | 28–35 min | Normal off-peak planning range |
| 3:30pm–6:30pm | 40–55+ min | Evening rush adds the most variability |
| 6:30pm–midnight | 25–32 min | Usually improves later |
These are planning ranges, not guaranteed travel times. Construction, crashes, weather, event traffic and O'Hare terminal congestion can change the trip on any day.
Downers Grove to Midway Airport
Midway is also a practical airport from Downers Grove. The current published sedan fare is $90 to Midway versus $80 to O’Hare. The ten-dollar difference is small enough that airline, nonstop options and departure time should carry more weight than ground fare alone.
View Downers Grove to Midway airport service → · Compare O'Hare vs Midway →
The BNSF + Pace Route Is the Interesting Alternative
Downers Grove travelers do not necessarily have to ride all the way to downtown Chicago before turning toward O'Hare. A BNSF trip toward La Grange can connect with Pace Route 330 toward Rosemont, creating a more suburban transit path.
The Road Trip Is Still Much Faster in Light Traffic
Driving is roughly 19 miles and can take around 25–30 minutes in favorable conditions. I-294 congestion is the main reason to add buffer for a weekday airport departure.
The current published sedan fare to ORD is $80. Keep commercial details on the Downers Grove to O'Hare booking page →
Nearby DuPage County O'Hare Rates
| City | Published Sedan Rate |
|---|---|
| Downers Grove | $80 |
| Lisle | $82 |
| Woodridge | $82 |
| Westmont | $78 |
| Lombard | $72 |
Downers Grove Airport Transportation Verdict
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Compare the dedicated airport transportation pages for Downers Grove, including current published fares, vehicle options and booking information.
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