How to get from Melrose Park to Cortland by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Melrose Park to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 318 bus from North Ave & 23rd Ave station to Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) 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 30 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

150min$10.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 318
318
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from North Ave & 23rd Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Ave & 23rd Ave
    ID 8809
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 318318
    Wait for bus
    318
    East
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
    ID 8739
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    310 yd • 4 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 Melrose Park to Cortland

The distance between Melrose Park, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 55.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park

Melrose Park is located at Melrose Park, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is North Ave & 23rd Ave.

Train stations close to Melrose Park:

  • Franklin Park
  • Bellwood
  • Maywood

Bus stations close to Melrose Park:

  • North Ave & 23rd Ave
  • North Ave & Jewel Dr
  • North Ave & 25th Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Bus line 318, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct bus between Melrose Park 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 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Melrose Park to Cortland in Chicago?

    The 318 bus line goes from North Ave & 23rd Ave station near Melrose Park to East station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till East station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Melrose Park and Cortland in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the 318 bus from the North Ave & 23rd Ave stop near Melrose Park in Chicago.

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

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

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

    The ride from Melrose Park to Cortland costs $10.75.

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