How to get from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 51 bus from 51st Street & California (East) station to 47th Red Line Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 95 bus from 95th Red Line Station (East) station to 95th Street & St. Lawrence (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & 51st Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

51min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 51
51
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Bus - 95
95
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from 51st Street & California (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    51st Street & California (East)
    ID 9158
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    47th Red Line Station (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    47th Red Line Station (West)
    ID 14784
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    47th (Red)
    50 yd • 1 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
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    95th Red Line Station (East)
    ID 14003
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9595
    Wait for bus
    95
    Buffalo & 92nd Street (South)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    95th Street & St. Lawrence (East)
    ID 2266
    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago State University
    Walk to
    Chicago State University
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University

The distance between California & 51st Street (North) and Chicago State University is approximately 11.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from California & 51st Street (North) 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 California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (California & 51st Street (North)) 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 California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 51, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Bus line 95.

  • Is there a direct bus between California & 51st Street (North) 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 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University in Chicago?

    The 51 bus line goes from 51st Street & California (East) station near California & 51st Street (North) in Chicago to 47th Red Line Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till 47th Red Line Station (West) station near Chicago State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between California & 51st Street (North) and Chicago State University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near California & 51st Street (North) to get to Chicago State University in Chicago?

    Get on the 51 bus from the 51st Street & California (East) stop near California & 51st Street (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between California & 51st Street (North) and Chicago State University in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the 47th Red Line Station (West) stop, which is closest to Chicago State University.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University?

    The ride from California & 51st Street (North) to Chicago State University costs $2.25.

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