How to get from Lake County to Chicago by bus and train?

From Lake County to Chicago by bus and train

To get from Lake County to Chicago you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 574 bus from Route 45 & Arbor Blvd/Jones Point Rd station to Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-N train and finally take the 49 bus from Western & Hubbard (South) station to Western & Madison (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The bus and train schedule from Lake County may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

145min$8.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 574
574
Train - MD-NMD-N
Bus - 49
49
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Route 45 & Arbor Blvd/Jones Point Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Route 45 & Arbor Blvd/Jones Point Rd
    ID 19605
    0.74 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 574574
    Wait for bus
    574
    Hawthorn Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station
    ID 19655
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Libertyville
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2130| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Western Ave
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (South)
    ID 15344
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (South)
    ID 14546
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lake County to Chicago

The distance between Lake County and Chicago is approximately 43.04 mi, which can typically be travelled in 145 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake County 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 Lake County to Chicago

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

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lake County to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 145 minutes, using Bus line 574, Train line MD-N, Bus line 49.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lake County 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 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lake County to Chicago in Chicago?

    The 574 bus line goes from Route 45 & Arbor Blvd/Jones Point Rd station near Lake County in Chicago to Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Lake County and Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 25 min.

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

    Get on the 574 bus from the Route 45 & Arbor Blvd/Jones Point Rd stop near Lake County in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Milwaukee Ave at Libertyville Metra Station, which is closest to Chicago.

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

    The ride from Lake County to Chicago costs $8.00.

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