How to get from Oak Forest to Carol Stream by Chicago 'L', bus and train?

From Oak Forest to Carol Stream by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Oak Forest to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the RI train from Oak Forest station to Lasalle Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PINK LINE Chicago 'L', then 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 3 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $16.30.

190min$16.30
Walk to train station
Train - RIRI
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Oak Forest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oak Forest
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #412| Lasalle Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lasalle Street
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lasalle/Van Buren
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton (Green/Pink)
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #27| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    53 min
  • 10
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
    ID 32421
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 11
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 12
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    19 min
  • 13
    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 Oak Forest to Carol Stream

The distance between Oak Forest, Chicago and Carol Stream, Chicago is approximately 54.5 mi, which can typically be travelled in 190 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Oak Forest to Carol Stream by Chicago 'L', bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Oak Forest

Oak Forest is located at Oak Forest, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Cicero Ave & Waverly Ave.

Train stations close to Oak Forest:

  • Midlothian
  • Oak Forest

Bus stations close to Oak Forest:

  • Cicero Ave & Waverly Ave
  • Oak Forest Metra (15801 Cicero Ave)
  • 15840 S Cicero Ave

Public transit stations close to Carol Stream, Chicago

Carol Stream is located at Carol Stream, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is West Chicago.

Train stations close to Carol Stream:

  • West Chicago

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 190 minutes, using Bus line RI, Bus line PINK LINE, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 711.

  • Is there a direct train between Oak Forest and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Oak Forest to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    The RI train line goes from Oak Forest station near Oak Forest to #412| Lasalle Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till #412| Lasalle Street station near Carol Stream in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Oak Forest to Carol Stream in Chicago by train, Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Oak Forest and Carol Stream in Chicago by train, Chicago 'L' and bus is about 3 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Oak Forest to get to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get on the RI train from the Oak Forest station near Oak Forest in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #412| Lasalle Street stop, which is closest to Carol Stream in Chicago.

  • How much is the total train, Chicago 'L' and bus fare from Oak Forest to Carol Stream?

    The ride from Oak Forest to Carol Stream costs $16.30.