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How to get from Lincolnwood to Cary by bus and train?

From Lincolnwood to Cary by bus and train

To get from Lincolnwood to Cary in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 96 bus from Mccormick & Pratt station to Touhy/Francisco station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 290 bus and finally take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Cary station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $6.30.

98min$6.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 96
96
Bus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Mccormick & Pratt
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mccormick & Pratt
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9696
    Wait for bus
    96
    Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Touhy/Francisco
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Francisco
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 9
    Ride to train station Cary
    Ride to train station
    Cary
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Cary by bus and train via 290 and UP-NW

To get from Lincolnwood to Cary in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy/Mccormick station to Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Cary station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

92min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Touhy/Mccormick
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Mccormick
    ID 22195
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cary
    Ride to train station
    Cary
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lincolnwood to Cary
The distance between Lincolnwood, Chicago and Cary, Chicago is approximately 32.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lincolnwood to Cary 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 Lincolnwood

Lincolnwood is located at Lincolnwood, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Mccormick & Pratt.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Howard
  • Jarvis

Train stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Peterson/Ridge
  • Rogers Park

Bus stations close to Lincolnwood:

  • Mccormick & Pratt
  • Mccormick/Northeast Pkwy.
  • Mall Exit Dr./Mccormick
Public transit stations close to Cary, Chicago

Cary is located at Cary, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Fox River Grove.

Train stations close to Cary:

  • Fox River Grove
  • Cary

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Cary by bus and train via 290 and UP-NW

To get from Lincolnwood to Cary in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy/Mccormick station to Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Park Ridge station to Cary station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

92min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Touhy/Mccormick
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy/Mccormick
    ID 22195
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Park Ridge Metra (Prospect Ave & Summit Ave)
    ID 22262
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Park Ridge
    110 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station Cary
    Ride to train station
    Cary
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Lincolnwood to Cary?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 96, Bus line 290, Bus line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lincolnwood to Cary?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 290, Bus line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lincolnwood and Cary in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lincolnwood to Cary in Chicago?

    The 96 bus line goes from Mccormick & Pratt station near Lincolnwood to Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station near Cary in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Lincolnwood to Cary in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Lincolnwood and Cary in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lincolnwood to get to Cary in Chicago?

    Get on the 96 bus from the Mccormick & Pratt stop near Lincolnwood in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lincolnwood and Cary in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East) station, which is closest to Cary in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Lincolnwood to Cary?

    The ride from Lincolnwood to Cary costs $6.30.

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