How to get from Cortland to Chicago by bus and train?

From Cortland to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Chicago you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

149min$11.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Cortland to Chicago by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 94

To get from Cortland to Chicago you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 94 bus from Fulton & Sacramento (East) station to California & Madison (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

143min$11.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 94
94
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kedzie
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fulton & Sacramento (East)
    ID 4223
    680 yd • 8 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    74th Street & Damen (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    California & Madison (South)
    ID 14612
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    0.53 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Chicago

The distance between Cortland and Chicago is approximately 60.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 149 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Chicago by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Cortland to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Cortland to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cortland) and destination (Chicago), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Cortland to Chicago by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 94

To get from Cortland to Chicago you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 94 bus from Fulton & Sacramento (East) station to California & Madison (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

143min$11.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 94
94
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kedzie
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fulton & Sacramento (East)
    ID 4223
    680 yd • 8 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    74th Street & Damen (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    California & Madison (South)
    ID 14612
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    0.53 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 149 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 20.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cortland to Chicago?

    The alternative route takes 143 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 94.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cortland and Chicago in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Chicago in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland in Chicago to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 29 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop, which is closest to Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Chicago?

    The ride from Cortland to Chicago costs $11.75.

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