How to get from North Chicago to Buffalo Grove by bus and train?

From North Chicago to Buffalo Grove by bus and train

To get from North Chicago to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-N train from Great Lakes station to Highland Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 471 bus and finally take the 626 bus from Lake Cook Rd & Ellendale Rd / Birchwood Rd station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min. The ride fare is $6.05. The bus and train schedule from North Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

108min$6.05
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 471
471
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Highland Park
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laurel Ave & 2nd St
    ID 606
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Deerfield Metra (Park Ave & Jewett Park Dr)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake Cook Rd & Ellendale Rd / Birchwood Rd
    ID 1440
    18 min
  • 7
    Bus - 626626
    Wait for bus
    626
    Tower Pkwy & 4 Overlook Point
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr
    ID 1480
    31 min
  • 9
    Walk to Buffalo Grove
    Walk to
    Buffalo Grove
    740 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from North Chicago to Buffalo Grove

The distance between North Chicago, Chicago and Buffalo Grove, Chicago is approximately 22.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Chicago 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 North Chicago to Buffalo Grove

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

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Bus line 471, Bus line 626.

  • Is there a direct train between North Chicago 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 48 min.

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

    The UP-N train line goes from Great Lakes station near North Chicago to Highland Park station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Highland Park station near Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between North Chicago and Buffalo Grove in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 48 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the Great Lakes station near North Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Highland Park stop, which is closest to Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from North Chicago to Buffalo Grove?

    The ride from North Chicago to Buffalo Grove costs $6.05.

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