How to get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train?

From Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train

To get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University in Lisle, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 225 bus from Central/Ardmore/Manton station to Central/Devon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Lisle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Benedictine University on the Moovit app.

156min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 225
225
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Benedictine University
Leaves from Central/Ardmore/Manton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Ardmore/Manton
    ID 20955
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 225225
    Wait for bus
    225
    Harlem / Oakton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central/Devon
    ID 20963
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Edgebrook
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    32 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lisle
    56 min
  • 9
    Walk to Benedictine University
    Walk to
    Benedictine University
    Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL 60532
    2.4 mi • 50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train via 226, MD-N and BNSF

To get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University in Lisle, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 226 bus from Central/Ardmore/Manton station to Central/Devon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Lisle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Benedictine University on the Moovit app.

176min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 226
226
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Benedictine University
Leaves from Central/Ardmore/Manton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Ardmore/Manton
    ID 20955
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 226226
    Wait for bus
    226
    Des Plaines Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central/Devon
    ID 20963
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Edgebrook
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    32 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lisle
    56 min
  • 9
    Walk to Benedictine University
    Walk to
    Benedictine University
    Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL 60532
    2.4 mi • 50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central/Elston to Benedictine University

The distance between Central/Elston, Lisle and Benedictine University, Lisle is approximately 39.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lisle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Central/Elston to Benedictine University

To check the bus and train schedule from Central/Elston to Benedictine University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central/Elston) and destination (Benedictine University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train via 226, MD-N and BNSF

To get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University in Lisle, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 226 bus from Central/Ardmore/Manton station to Central/Devon station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Lisle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Benedictine University on the Moovit app.

176min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 226
226
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Benedictine University
Leaves from Central/Ardmore/Manton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Ardmore/Manton
    ID 20955
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 226226
    Wait for bus
    226
    Des Plaines Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central/Devon
    ID 20963
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Edgebrook
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    32 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lisle
    56 min
  • 9
    Walk to Benedictine University
    Walk to
    Benedictine University
    Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle, IL 60532
    2.4 mi • 50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University?

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Bus line 225, Train line MD-N, Train line BNSF.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central/Elston to Benedictine University?

    The alternative route takes 176 minutes, using Bus line 226, Train line MD-N, Train line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central/Elston and Benedictine University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central/Elston to Benedictine University?

    The 225 bus line goes from Central/Ardmore/Manton station near Central/Elston in Chicago to Harlem / Oakton station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Harlem / Oakton station near Benedictine University in Lisle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central/Elston to Benedictine University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Central/Elston in Chicago and Benedictine University in Lisle by bus and train is about 2 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central/Elston to get to Benedictine University?

    Get on the 225 bus from the Central/Ardmore/Manton stop near Central/Elston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central/Elston and Benedictine University?

    Get off the bus at the Harlem / Oakton station, which is closest to Benedictine University in Lisle.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central/Elston to Benedictine University?

    The ride from Central/Elston to Benedictine University costs $12.50.

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