How to get from Barrington to Buffalo Grove by bus and train?

From Barrington to Buffalo Grove by bus and train

To get from Barrington to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-NW train from Barrington station to Park Ridge station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 241 bus and finally take the 272 bus from Golf Mill Station station to Buffalo Grove Metra station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Barrington may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

104min
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 241
241
Bus - 272
272
Leaves from Barrington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Barrington
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #638| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Park Ridge
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Summit Ave & Prospect Ave)
    ID 21282
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 241241
    Wait for bus
    241
    Golf Mill Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golf Mill Station
    ID 17945
    15 min
  • 7
    Bus - 272272
    Wait for bus
    272
    Buffalo Grove Metra
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Buffalo Grove Metra
    Ride to bus station
    Buffalo Grove Metra
    ID 1584
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Barrington to Buffalo Grove

The distance between Barrington, Chicago and Buffalo Grove, Chicago is approximately 33.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Barrington to Buffalo Grove by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Barrington to Buffalo Grove

To check the bus and train schedule from Barrington to Buffalo Grove using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Barrington) and destination (Buffalo Grove), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Barrington to Buffalo Grove?

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 241, Bus line 272.

  • Is there a direct train between Barrington and Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

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

  • Which train line goes from Barrington to Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Park Ridge station near Barrington to Park Ridge Metra (Summit Ave & Prospect Ave) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Park Ridge Metra (Summit Ave & Prospect Ave) station near Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Barrington to Buffalo Grove in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Barrington and Buffalo Grove in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Barrington to get to Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Park Ridge station near Barrington in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Barrington and Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Park Ridge Metra (Summit Ave & Prospect Ave) stop, which is closest to Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

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