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

From Lyons to Cortland by bus and train

To get from Lyons to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 311 bus from 47th St & Center Ave station to Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line 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 45 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

165min$10.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 311
311
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from 47th St & Center Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    47th St & Center Ave
    ID 7010
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line
    ID 7066
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    740 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    70 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 Lyons to Cortland

The distance between Lyons, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 57.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lyons 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 Lyons

Lyons is located at Lyons, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is 47th St & Center Ave.

Train stations close to Lyons:

  • Brookfield
  • Riverside
  • Hollywood

Bus stations close to Lyons:

  • 47th St & Center Ave
  • 47th St & Joliet Ave
  • Joliet Rd & Joliet Ave

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Bus line 311, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lyons 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 45 min.

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

    The 311 bus line goes from 47th St & Center Ave station near Lyons to North station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till North station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Lyons and Cortland in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 45 min.

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

    Get on the 311 bus from the 47th St & Center Ave stop near Lyons in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lyons and Cortland in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the North stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Lyons to Cortland costs $10.75.

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