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

Wilmette travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wilmette

With a population of 27,087, Wilmette is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States.

Where to Eat in Wilmette

If you’re looking for affordable options, Firefly (111 Green Bay Rd) and Napolita Pizzeria & Wine Bar - Wilmette (1126 Central Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Wilmette

Wilmette in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wilmette in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wilmette

Plane

When flying to Wilmette, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 18 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wilmette from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 22h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Wilmette. The train journey from Wilmette to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around S$ 28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about S$ 33 for a 2h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilmette, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Wilmette takes 129 km and will cost you around S$ 50. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about S$ 38 for a journey of 322 km.

Plane

When flying to Wilmette, you’ll arrive at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), which is located 18 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wilmette from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 22h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Wilmette. The train journey from Wilmette to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around S$ 28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about S$ 33 for a 2h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wilmette, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Wilmette takes 129 km and will cost you around S$ 50. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about S$ 38 for a journey of 322 km.

Airports near Wilmette

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
SBNSouth Bend/Michiana

Airlines serving Wilmette

Lufthansa
Good (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,240 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,960 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,956 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,284 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (855 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,064 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wilmette

Most booked hotels in Wilmette

Chicago Marriott Suites O'Hare
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 232+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport - Rosemont
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 181+
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Hyatt Regency Ohare Chicago
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 161+
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Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 162+
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Motel 6 Elk Grove Village - O'Hare
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
S$ 72+
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Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
S$ 286+
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Hiring a car in Wilmette

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Wilmette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.18 and S$ 18.90. The most frequently booked car type in Wilmette is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Dodge Charger or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.19 per litre in Wilmette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 14.18 and S$ 18.90. The most frequently booked car type in Wilmette is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium car hire (Dodge Charger or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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