Introduction
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.

When to visit Carol Stream

Carol Stream in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 142
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carol Stream in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 142
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 Toronto and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Carol Stream, followed by Train. The train journey from Carol Stream to South Bend takes 2h 05m and costs around C$ 41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about C$ 22 for a 2h 19m 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 Sixt, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carol Stream, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Madison, the bus ride to Carol Stream takes 282 km and will cost you around C$ 90. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about C$ 97 for a journey of 314 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 Toronto and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Carol Stream, followed by Train. The train journey from Carol Stream to South Bend takes 2h 05m and costs around C$ 41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about C$ 22 for a 2h 19m 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 Sixt, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carol Stream, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Madison, the bus ride to Carol Stream takes 282 km and will cost you around C$ 90. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about C$ 97 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Carol Stream

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Carol Stream

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,420 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,478 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,085 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,020 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,651 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Carol Stream

Most booked hotels in Carol Stream

Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 204+
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Hyatt Regency Ohare Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 161+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 137+
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Hyatt Place Chicago/O'Hare Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 297+
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Renting a car in Carol Stream

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 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$ 14.94 and C$ 19.92. 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, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.25 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$ 14.94 and C$ 19.92. 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, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.