How to get from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville by bus and train?

From Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville by bus and train

To get from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville in Carpentersville, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NCS train from Prairie Crossing. station to River Grove station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 543 bus from Elgin Terminal station to Kennedy Dr (Il 25) & Lake Marian Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 180 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

180min$9.50
Walk to train station
Train - NCSNCS
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 543
543
Walk to Carpentersville
Leaves from Prairie Crossing.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Prairie Crossing.
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #112| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    River Grove
    57 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Terminal
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 543543
    Wait for bus
    543
    Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kennedy Dr (Il 25) & Lake Marian Rd
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Carpentersville
    Walk to
    Carpentersville
    North Kennedy Drive
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville

The distance between Prairie Crossing, Carpentersville and Carpentersville, Carpentersville is approximately 62.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 180 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Carpentersville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Prairie Crossing

Prairie Crossing is located at Prairie Crossing, Carpentersville and the nearest public transit station is Route 45 & Casey Rd.

Train stations close to Prairie Crossing:

  • Grayslake
  • Prairie Crossing.

Bus stations close to Prairie Crossing:

  • Route 45 & Casey Rd

Public transit stations close to Carpentersville, Carpentersville

Carpentersville is located at North Kennedy Drive, Carpentersville and the nearest public transit station is L W Besinger Dr & Meadowdale Ct.

Bus stations close to Carpentersville:

  • L W Besinger Dr & Meadowdale Ct
  • L W Besinger Dr & Maple Ave
  • Golfview Ln & Hoover Dr

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville?

    The fastest way takes 180 minutes, using Bus line NCS, Bus line MD-W, Bus line 543.

  • Is there a direct train between Prairie Crossing and Carpentersville?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 180 min.

  • Which train line goes from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville?

    The NCS train line goes from Prairie Crossing. station near Prairie Crossing in Libertyville to #112| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #112| Chicago Union Station station near Carpentersville in Carpentersville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Prairie Crossing in Libertyville and Carpentersville in Carpentersville by train and bus is about 180 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Prairie Crossing to get to Carpentersville?

    Get on the NCS train from the Prairie Crossing. station near Prairie Crossing in Libertyville.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Prairie Crossing and Carpentersville?

    Get off the train at the #112| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Carpentersville in Carpentersville.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville?

    The ride from Prairie Crossing to Carpentersville costs $9.50.