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

From Wheaton to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago, take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

73min$9.00
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 20
20
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #36| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Pulaski (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Madison & Western (West)
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wheaton to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago, take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Oakpark station. Next, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Harlem/Lake station to California-Green station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

74min$6.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #36| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Ashland/63rd
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    California-Green
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    0.7 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wheaton to Chicago

The distance between Wheaton, Chicago and Chicago, Chicago is approximately 27.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wheaton to Chicago 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 Wheaton

Wheaton is located at Wheaton, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St).

Train stations close to Wheaton:

  • Wheaton
  • College Ave
  • Glen Ellyn

Bus stations close to Wheaton:

  • Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St)
  • Liberty Dr & West St
  • West St & Liberty Dr

Public transit stations close to Chicago, Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western & Madison (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • Illinois Medical District
  • Damen (Green)
  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Western & Madison (North)
  • Western & Madison (South)
  • Madison & Western (West)

Related Routes

From Wheaton to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago, take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Oakpark station. Next, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Harlem/Lake station to California-Green station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

74min$6.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #36| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Ashland/63rd
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    California-Green
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    0.7 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line UP-W, Bus line 20.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Bus line UP-W, Bus line GREEN LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Wheaton and Chicago in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago?

    The UP-W train line goes from Wheaton station near Wheaton to #36| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #36| Chicago Otc station near Chicago in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Wheaton and Chicago in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wheaton to get to Chicago in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-W train from the Wheaton station near Wheaton in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wheaton and Chicago in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #36| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Chicago in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago?

    The first train from Wheaton to Chicago in Chicago is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Wheaton station at 11:44 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Wheaton to Chicago?

    The ride from Wheaton to Chicago costs $9.00.

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