How to get from Des Plaines to Cortland by bus and train?

From Des Plaines to Cortland by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc 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 59 min. The ride fare is $15.75.

179min$15.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #652| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 8
    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 Des Plaines to Cortland

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 76.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 179 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines

Des Plaines is located at Des Plaines, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Miner St & Pearson St.

Train stations close to Des Plaines:

  • Dee Road
  • Cumberland
  • Des Plaines

Bus stations close to Des Plaines:

  • Miner St & Pearson St
  • Des Plaines Metra Station
  • Lee St/Mannheim Rd & Ellinwood Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 179 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines to Cortland in Chicago?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines to #652| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #652| Chicago Otc station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Des Plaines and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 59 min.

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

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Des Plaines station near Des Plaines in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #652| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Des Plaines to Cortland costs $15.75.

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