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

From Deerfield to Cortland by bus and train

To get from Deerfield to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MD-N train from Lake-Cook station to Chicago Union Station 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 4 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $16.25.

258min$16.25
Walk to train station
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Lake-Cook

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lake-Cook
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2140| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    420 yd • 5 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 Deerfield to Cortland

The distance between Deerfield, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 82.65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 258 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Deerfield 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 Deerfield

Deerfield is located at Deerfield, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lake Cook Metra.

Train stations close to Deerfield:

  • Deerfield
  • Lake-Cook
  • Northbrook

Bus stations close to Deerfield:

  • Lake Cook Metra
  • Deer Lake Rd & Lake Cook Rd
  • Lake Cook Rd & Pfingsten Rd

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 258 minutes, using Bus line MD-N, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Deerfield and Cortland in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Deerfield to Cortland in Chicago?

    The MD-N train line goes from Lake-Cook station near Deerfield to #2140| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #2140| Chicago Union Station station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Deerfield and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 4 hr 18 min.

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

    Get on the MD-N train from the Lake-Cook station near Deerfield in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Deerfield and Cortland in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #2140| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Deerfield to Cortland costs $16.25.

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