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

From Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove by bus and train

To get from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, take the MD-N train from Chicago Union Station station to Lake-Cook station. Next, take the 626 bus from Lake Cook Metra station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The bus and train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

100min$7.50
Train - MD-NMD-N
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Chicago Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chicago Union Station
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2109| Fox Lake
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lake-Cook
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake Cook Metra
    ID 1444
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 626626
    Wait for bus
    626
    Tower Pkwy & 4 Overlook Point
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr
    ID 1480
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Buffalo Grove
    Walk to
    Buffalo Grove
    740 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Quincy station to Howard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YELLOW LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 626 bus from Dempster-Skokie Cta Station station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The bus and train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

125min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    33 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    YELLOW LINE
    Dempster-Skokie
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Dempster-Skokie
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster-Skokie Cta Station
    ID 21455
    110 yd • 2 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
    58 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 Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Chicago and Buffalo Grove, Chicago is approximately 30.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 100 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station 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 Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove

To check the bus and train schedule from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago Union Station) 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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From Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Quincy station to Howard station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YELLOW LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 626 bus from Dempster-Skokie Cta Station station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The bus and train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

125min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    33 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    YELLOW LINE
    Dempster-Skokie
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Dempster-Skokie
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster-Skokie Cta Station
    ID 21455
    110 yd • 2 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
    58 min
  • 9
    Walk to Buffalo Grove
    Walk to
    Buffalo Grove
    740 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove?

    The fastest way takes 100 minutes, using Train line MD-N, Bus line 626.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove?

    The alternative route takes 125 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Chicago 'L' line YELLOW LINE, Bus line 626.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 40 min.

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

    The MD-N train line goes from #2109| Fox Lake station near Chicago Union Station to Lake-Cook station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lake-Cook station near Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and Buffalo Grove in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 40 min.

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

    Get on the MD-N train from the #2109| Fox Lake station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Lake-Cook stop, which is closest to Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo Grove costs $7.50.

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