How to get from Chicago to Cortland by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chicago to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station to Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $11.75.

147min$11.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 126, UP-W and 12

To get from Chicago to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 126 bus from Jackson & Western (East) station to Jackson & Clinton (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station to Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $11.75.

159min$11.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Jackson & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Western (East)
    ID 38
    450 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Cortland

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 61.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Cortland by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Madison & Oakley (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
  • Illinois Medical District
  • Ashland-Lake

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Madison & Oakley (West)
  • Madison & Western (East)
  • Madison & Western (West)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 126, UP-W and 12

To get from Chicago to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 126 bus from Jackson & Western (East) station to Jackson & Clinton (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station to Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $11.75.

159min$11.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Jackson & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Western (East)
    ID 38
    450 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Cortland?

    The alternative route takes 159 minutes, using Bus line 126, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cortland in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Cortland in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Chicago to Columbus & Randolph (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Chicago and Cortland in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 27 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Chicago to Cortland costs $11.75.

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