How to get from Forest Park to Carol Stream by bus?

From Forest Park to Carol Stream by bus

To get from Forest Park to Carol Stream in Chicago, take the 301 bus from Forest Park Cta Station station to Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St) station. Next, take the 711 bus from Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St) station to Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The bus schedule from Forest Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Carol Stream on the Moovit app.

136min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 301
301
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Forest Park Cta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    West
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St)
    70 min
  • 4
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to Carol Stream
    Walk to
    Carol Stream
    1.36 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Forest Park to Carol Stream by bus and train

To get from Forest Park to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 303 bus from Forest Park Cta Station station to Broadway Ave & Main St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 711 bus from Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St) station to Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $8.30. The bus schedule from Forest Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Carol Stream on the Moovit app.

118min$8.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 303
303
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Forest Park Cta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Ave & Main St
    ID 6598
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Melrose Park
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
    ID 32421
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    19 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carol Stream
    Walk to
    Carol Stream
    1.36 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Forest Park to Carol Stream

The distance between Forest Park, Chicago and Carol Stream, Chicago is approximately 28.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 136 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forest Park to Carol Stream by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Forest Park to Carol Stream

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

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From Forest Park to Carol Stream by bus and train

To get from Forest Park to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 303 bus from Forest Park Cta Station station to Broadway Ave & Main St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 711 bus from Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St) station to Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $8.30. The bus schedule from Forest Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Carol Stream on the Moovit app.

118min$8.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 303
303
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Forest Park Cta Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Ave & Main St
    ID 6598
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Melrose Park
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
    ID 32421
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    19 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carol Stream
    Walk to
    Carol Stream
    1.36 mi • 29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forest Park to Carol Stream?

    The fastest way takes 136 minutes, using Bus line 301, Bus line 711.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Forest Park to Carol Stream?

    The alternative route takes 118 minutes, using Bus line 303, Train line UP-W, Bus line 711.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forest Park and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forest Park to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    The 301 bus line goes from Forest Park Cta Station station near Forest Park to West station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till West station near Carol Stream in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Forest Park to Carol Stream in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Forest Park and Carol Stream in Chicago by bus is about 2 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forest Park to get to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get on the 301 bus from the Forest Park Cta Station stop near Forest Park in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forest Park and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the West stop, which is closest to Carol Stream in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Forest Park to Carol Stream?

    The ride from Forest Park to Carol Stream costs $2.30.

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