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

From Central/Elston to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Central/Elston to Chicago State University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines: take the 85A bus from Central/Elston station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Lake (Red) station to 95th/Dan Ryan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

91min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85A
85A
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from Central/Elston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Elston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 85A85A
    Wait for bus
    85A
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Racine
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lake (Red)
    90 yd • 2 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
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago State University
    Walk to
    Chicago State University
    0.86 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85, BLUE LINE and RED LINE

To get from Central/Elston to Chicago State University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines: take the 85 bus from Central/Seminole station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Lake (Red) station to 95th/Dan Ryan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

95min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from Central/Seminole

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Seminole
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lake (Red)
    90 yd • 2 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
    28 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 Central/Elston to Chicago State University

The distance between Central/Elston and Chicago State University is approximately 23.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central/Elston 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 Central/Elston to Chicago State University

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Chicago State University by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85, BLUE LINE and RED LINE

To get from Central/Elston to Chicago State University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines: take the 85 bus from Central/Seminole station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Lake (Red) station to 95th/Dan Ryan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago State University on the Moovit app.

95min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Chicago State University
Leaves from Central/Seminole

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Seminole
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lake (Red)
    90 yd • 2 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
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Chicago State University
    Walk to
    Chicago State University
    0.86 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central/Elston to Chicago State University?

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 85A, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central/Elston to Chicago State University?

    The alternative route takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 85, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

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

    The 85A bus line goes from Central/Elston station near Central/Elston in Chicago to Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines till Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station near Chicago State University.

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

    The total travel time between Central/Elston and Chicago State University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 31 min.

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

    Get on the 85A bus from the Central/Elston stop near Central/Elston in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station, which is closest to Chicago State University.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central/Elston to Chicago State University?

    The ride from Central/Elston to Chicago State University costs $2.25.

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