How to get from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) station to Chicago Bus Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 bus and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Jackson (Red) station to 95th/Dan Ryan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 41 min. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

161min
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 7
7
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    90 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harrison & Halsted (East)
    ID 6347
    400 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & State (East)
    ID 71
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson (Red)
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 9
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    95th/Dan Ryan
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago State University
    Walk to
    Chicago State University
    0.86 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University

The distance between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Chicago State University is approximately 73.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 161 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) 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 Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University

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

    The fastest way takes 161 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0155S, Bus line 7, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Chicago State University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University?

    The GREYHOUND US0155S bus line goes from Chicago Bus Station station near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb to Harrison & Halsted (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Harrison & Halsted (East) station near Chicago State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Chicago State University by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Chicago State University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 2 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to get to Chicago State University?

    Get on the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from the Chicago Bus Station stop near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Chicago State University?

    Get off the bus at the Harrison & Halsted (East) station, which is closest to Chicago State University.

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