How to get from North Chicago to Cortland by bus and train?

From North Chicago to Cortland by bus and train

To get from North Chicago to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Great Lakes 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 4 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $17.25.

242min$17.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    1.24 mi • 26 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
    64 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 North Chicago to Cortland

The distance between North Chicago, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 92.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 242 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Chicago 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 North Chicago

North Chicago is located at North Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Buckley Rd & Lewis Ave.

Train stations close to North Chicago:

  • Great Lakes
  • North Chicago
  • Lake Bluff

Bus stations close to North Chicago:

  • Buckley Rd & Lewis Ave
  • Lewis Ave & Langley St/Thresher St
  • Buckley Road & Kansas St/Illinois St

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Chicago to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 242 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 2 min.

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

    The UP-N train line goes from Great Lakes station near North Chicago 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 North Chicago to Cortland in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between North Chicago and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 4 hr 2 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the Great Lakes station near North Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between North Chicago 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 North Chicago to Cortland?

    The ride from North Chicago to Cortland costs $17.25.

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