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

By bus and train

To get from Lisle to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Lisle 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 3 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $16.25.

206min$16.25
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Lisle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lisle
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1272| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    46 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 Lisle to Cortland

The distance between Lisle, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 83.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 206 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lisle 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 Lisle

Lisle is located at Lisle, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Ogden Ave & Main St.

Train stations close to Lisle:

  • Belmont
  • Lisle

Bus stations close to Lisle:

  • Ogden Ave & Main St
  • Ogden Ave / Spencer Ave
  • Main St & Middleton Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 206 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Lisle 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 26 min.

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

    The BNSF train line goes from Lisle station near Lisle to #1272| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Lisle and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the Lisle station near Lisle in Chicago.

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

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

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

    The ride from Lisle to Cortland costs $16.25.

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