How to get from Dekalb to Batavia by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Batavia in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 802 bus from Geneva Metra (3rd St & Crescent Pl) station to Batavia Ave & Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 802
802
Walk to Batavia
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #22| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra (3rd St & Crescent Pl)
    ID 11730
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 802802
    Wait for bus
    802
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Batavia Ave & Main St
    ID 11859
    7 min
  • 10
    Walk to Batavia
    Walk to
    Batavia
    540 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Batavia

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Batavia, Chicago is approximately 30.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Batavia by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Dekalb

Dekalb is located at Dekalb, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432.

Bus stations close to Dekalb:

  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432
  • University Cir (Dusable) 2l / 2r Stop #538
  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 17 Stop #634

Public transit stations close to Batavia, Chicago

Batavia is located at Batavia, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Main St & Van Nortwick Ave.

Train stations close to Batavia:

  • Geneva

Bus stations close to Batavia:

  • Main St & Van Nortwick Ave
  • Main St & Whipple Ave
  • Main St & Evergreen Dr

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dekalb to Batavia?

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 802.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dekalb and Batavia in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Batavia in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Batavia station near Batavia in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Dekalb to Batavia in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Batavia in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb to get to Batavia in Chicago?

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Dekalb in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dekalb and Batavia in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Batavia stop, which is closest to Batavia in Chicago.

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