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

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

To get from Chicago to Chicago State University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & State (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the X4 bus from State & 95th Street (North) station to 95th Street & King Drive (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

70min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Bus - X4
X4
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    95th/Dan Ryan
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & 95th Street (North)
    ID 15999
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - X4X4
    Wait for bus
    X4
    Columbus & Randolph (North)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    95th Street & King Drive (East)
    ID 2264
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago State University
    Walk to
    Chicago State University
    9501 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Chicago State University

The distance between Chicago and Chicago State University is approximately 15.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Chicago State University 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 Chicago to Chicago State University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago to Chicago State University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago) and destination (Chicago State University), 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 Chicago to Chicago State University?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line 20, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Bus line X4.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Chicago State University in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Chicago State University in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Chicago in Chicago to Washington & State (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Washington & State (East) station near Chicago State University.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago and Chicago State University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 10 min.

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

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Western (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Washington & State (East) stop, which is closest to Chicago State University.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Chicago to Chicago State University?

    The ride from Chicago to Chicago State University costs $2.25.

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