How to get from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook by Chicago 'L', bus and train?

Northwestern University to Bolingbrook - Chicago 'L' Schedule

The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook runs from 12:19 AM to 12:04 AM, with departures every 5 min-3 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Northwestern University to Bolingbrook by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook in Chicago, you’ll need to take one Chicago 'L' line, one train line and one bus line: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Foster station to Quincy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the 834 bus from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave) station to Briarcliff Rd & Canterbury Ln station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $11.25. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Northwestern University may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Bolingbrook on the Moovit app.

202min$11.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 834
834
Walk to Bolingbrook
Leaves from Foster

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Foster
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1223| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Downers Grove
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Warren Ave)
    ID 15728
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Pace Transit Center Bay C
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Briarcliff Rd & Canterbury Ln
    ID 15651
    32 min
  • 10
    Walk to Bolingbrook
    Walk to
    Bolingbrook
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook

The distance between Northwestern University, Chicago and Bolingbrook, Chicago is approximately 45.65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 202 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook by Chicago 'L', bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L', bus And Train schedule from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook

To check the Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northwestern University) and destination (Bolingbrook), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L', bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L', 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 Chicago 'L', bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook?

    The fastest way takes 202 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Train line BNSF, Bus line 834.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Northwestern University and Bolingbrook?

    No, you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line, one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 22 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston to Quincy station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Quincy station near Bolingbrook in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook by Chicago 'L', train and bus?

    The total travel time between Northwestern University in Evanston and Bolingbrook in Chicago by Chicago 'L', train and bus is about 3 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Northwestern University to get to Bolingbrook?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Northwestern University and Bolingbrook?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Quincy stop, which is closest to Bolingbrook in Chicago.

  • How much is the total Chicago 'L', train and bus fare from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook?

    The ride from Northwestern University to Bolingbrook costs $11.25.

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