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

Carol Stream travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carol Stream

With a population of 39,711, Carol Stream is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carol Stream to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Carol Stream

If you’re looking for affordable options, T42 (27 W 371 North Ave) and RoccoVino's - Carol Stream (904 W Army Trail Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Carol Stream

Carol Stream in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carol Stream in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 139
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carol Stream

Plane

When flying to Carol Stream, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 20 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Carol Stream from Canada departs from Québec City and takes around 6h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carol Stream. The train journey from Carol Stream to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around C$ 29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about C$ 36 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Carol Stream is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 42 km from Carol Stream. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carol Stream, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Carol Stream takes 282 km and will cost you around C$ 36. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about C$ 47 for a journey of 330 km.

Plane

When flying to Carol Stream, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 20 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Carol Stream from Canada departs from Québec City and takes around 6h 24m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Carol Stream. The train journey from Carol Stream to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around C$ 29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about C$ 36 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Carol Stream is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 42 km from Carol Stream. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carol Stream, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Carol Stream takes 282 km and will cost you around C$ 36. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about C$ 47 for a journey of 330 km.

Airports near Carol Stream

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Carol Stream

Lufthansa
Good (7,408 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,955 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,912 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,173 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (961 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,270 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,015 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carol Stream

Most booked hotels in Carol Stream

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport - Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 155+
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Hyatt Regency Ohare Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 177+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 167+
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Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 163+
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 291+
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Motel 6 Elk Grove Village - O'Hare
2 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
C$ 70+
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Renting a car in Carol Stream

Expect to pay C$ 1.31 per litre in Carol Stream (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.62 and C$ 20.82. The most frequently booked car type in Carol Stream is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.31 per litre in Carol Stream (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.62 and C$ 20.82. The most frequently booked car type in Carol Stream is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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