How to get from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L', bus and train?

Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station - Train Schedule

The UP-N train from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station runs from 4:19 AM to 11:44 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line, one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line: take the UP-N train from Lake Forest. station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 157 bus and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Monroe-Red station to Cermak-Chinatown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Lake Forest may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Cermak Chinatown Station on the Moovit app.

81min$9.00
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 157
157
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Leaves from Lake Forest.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lake Forest
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 9
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station Cermak-Chinatown
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Cermak-Chinatown
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station

The distance between Lake Forest, Chicago and Cermak Chinatown Station, Chicago is approximately 31.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L', bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L', bus And Train schedule from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station

To check the Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lake Forest) and destination (Cermak Chinatown Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L', bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L', bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Chicago 'L', bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Bus line 157, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Lake Forest to Washington & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Washington & Canal (East) station near Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago by train, bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Lake Forest and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago by train, bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Lake Forest to get to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-N train from the Chicago Otc station near Lake Forest in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Lake Forest and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Washington & Canal (East) station, which is closest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    The last train from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago is the Union Pacific North line. It leaves the Lake Forest. station at 4:44 PM.

  • How much is the total train, bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station?

    The ride from Lake Forest to Cermak Chinatown Station costs $9.00.

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