How to get from Northwestern University to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Northwestern University to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Northwestern University to Chicago in Chicago, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Foster station to Washington/Wabash station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Wabash (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Northwestern University may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

71min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Foster

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Foster
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wabash
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Wabash (West)
    ID 450
    20 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
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northwestern University to Chicago

The distance between Northwestern University and Chicago is approximately 16.74 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northwestern University to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Northwestern University to Chicago

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Northwestern University and Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Northwestern University to Chicago?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston to Washington/Wabash station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Washington/Wabash station near Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northwestern University to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Northwestern University and Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Northwestern University to get to Chicago?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Northwestern University and Chicago?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Washington/Wabash stop, which is closest to Chicago.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Northwestern University to Chicago?

    The ride from Northwestern University to Chicago costs $2.50.

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