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How to get from River Grove to Carol Stream by bus and train?

From River Grove to Carol Stream by bus and train

To get from River Grove to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 331 bus from Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station station to 5th/Main 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 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $8.30.

131min$8.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 331
331
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station
    ID 8251
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th/Main
    ID 8207
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Maywood
    30 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
    32 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 River Grove to Carol Stream
The distance between River Grove, Chicago and Carol Stream, Chicago is approximately 25.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from River Grove to Carol Stream by 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 River Grove

River Grove is located at River Grove, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station.

Train stations close to River Grove:

  • Mont Clare
  • Franklin Park
  • Franklin Pk

Bus stations close to River Grove:

  • Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station
  • Thatcher/Center
  • Grand/Thatcher (Ne)
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
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from River Grove to Carol Stream?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Bus line 331, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 711.

  • Is there a direct bus between River Grove and Carol Stream in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from River Grove to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    The 331 bus line goes from Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station station near River Grove to South station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till South station near Carol Stream in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from River Grove to Carol Stream in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between River Grove and Carol Stream in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near River Grove to get to Carol Stream in Chicago?

    Get on the 331 bus from the Thatcher/Arnold/Metra Station stop near River Grove in Chicago.

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

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

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from River Grove to Carol Stream?

    The ride from River Grove to Carol Stream costs $8.30.

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