How to get from Lake Bluff to Cortland by bus and train?

From Lake Bluff to Cortland by bus and train

To get from Lake Bluff to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Lake Bluff 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 3 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $17.25.

211min$17.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Lake Bluff

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lake Bluff
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #354| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 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 Lake Bluff to Cortland

The distance between Lake Bluff, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 89.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 211 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff

Lake Bluff is located at Lake Bluff, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lake Forest..

Train stations close to Lake Bluff:

  • Lake Forest.
  • Lake Bluff
  • Great Lakes

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lake Bluff to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 211 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lake Bluff to Cortland in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Lake Bluff station near Lake Bluff to #354| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #354| Chicago Otc station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Lake Bluff and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 31 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the Lake Bluff station near Lake Bluff in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #354| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Lake Bluff to Cortland costs $17.25.