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 11 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Wheaton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

71min$9.00
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    80 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 & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wheaton to Chicago by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Wheaton to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 49 bus from Western Pink Line Station (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus and train schedule from Wheaton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

92min$9.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Bus - 49
49
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    80 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 Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton (Green/Pink)
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Western-Cermak
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western Pink Line Station (North)
    ID 8362
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wheaton to Chicago

The distance between Wheaton and Chicago is approximately 27.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 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.

Bus And Train schedule from Wheaton to Chicago

To check the bus and train schedule from Wheaton to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Wheaton) 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.

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From Wheaton to Chicago by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Wheaton to Chicago you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 49 bus from Western Pink Line Station (North) station to Western & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus and train schedule from Wheaton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

92min$9.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Bus - 49
49
Leaves from Wheaton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    80 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 Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton (Green/Pink)
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Western-Cermak
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western Pink Line Station (North)
    ID 8362
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Western & Madison (North)
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line UP-W, Bus line 20.

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

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Train line UP-W, Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Bus line 49.

  • 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 11 min.

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

    The UP-W train line goes from Wheaton station near Wheaton in Chicago to #36| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #36| Chicago Otc station near 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 by train and bus is about 1 hr 11 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.

  • 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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