How to get from Riverwoods to Carol Stream by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Riverwoods to Carol Stream in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines: take the 626 bus from Discover Financial Services station to 1025-1029 Busch Pkwy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 234 bus, then the UP-NW train, 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 4 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $17.30.

262min$17.30
Bus - 626
626
Bus - 234
234
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 711
711
Walk to Carol Stream
Leaves from Discover Financial Services
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Riverwoods
  • 2
    Bus - 626626
    Wait for bus
    626
    North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1025-1029 Busch Pkwy
    ID 1481
    14 min
  • 4
    Bus - 234234
    Wait for bus
    234
    South
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northwest Hwy./Emerson/Mt. Prospect Metra
    ID 22597
    40 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mt. Prospect
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #638| Chicago Otc
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    46 min
  • 9
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 10
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    51 min
  • 11
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wheaton Metra Station (402 W Front St)
    ID 32421
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 12
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    North
  • 13
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gary Ave & Fullerton Ave / Hiawatha Dr
    ID 30636
    19 min
  • 14
    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 Riverwoods to Carol Stream
The distance between Riverwoods, Chicago and Carol Stream, Chicago is approximately 70.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 262 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverwoods 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 Riverwoods

Riverwoods is located at Riverwoods, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lake Cook Rd & Saunders Rd / Sanders Rd.

Train stations close to Riverwoods:

  • Lake-Cook
  • Deerfield

Bus stations close to Riverwoods:

  • Lake Cook Rd & Saunders Rd / Sanders Rd
  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Lake Cook Rd & Takeda Pkwy / Pointe Dr
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 Riverwoods to Carol Stream?

    The fastest way takes 262 minutes, using Bus line 626, Bus line 234, Bus line UP-NW, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 711.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 22 min.

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

    The 626 bus line goes from North station near Riverwoods to 1025-1029 Busch Pkwy station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines till 1025-1029 Busch Pkwy station near Carol Stream in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Riverwoods and Carol Stream in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 22 min.

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

    Get on the 626 bus from the North stop near Riverwoods in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the 1025-1029 Busch Pkwy stop, which is closest to Carol Stream in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Riverwoods to Carol Stream costs $17.30.

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