How to get from Prospect Heights to Cortland by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Prospect Heights to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NCS train from Prospect Hts 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 27 min. The ride fare is $16.25.

207min$16.25
Walk to train station
Train - NCSNCS
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Prospect Hts

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Prospect Hts
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #116| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    51 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 Prospect Heights to Cortland

The distance between Prospect Heights, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 83.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 207 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Prospect Heights 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 Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights is located at Prospect Heights, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Prospect Heights Metra (55 S Wolf Rd).

Train stations close to Prospect Heights:

  • Cumberland

Bus stations close to Prospect Heights:

  • Prospect Heights Metra (55 S Wolf Rd)
  • Wolf Rd & Camp Mcdonald Rd
  • Wolf Rd & Alderman Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Prospect Heights to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 207 minutes, using Bus line NCS, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Prospect Heights 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 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Prospect Heights to Cortland in Chicago?

    The NCS train line goes from Prospect Hts station near Prospect Heights to #116| 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 Prospect Heights to Cortland in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Prospect Heights and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the NCS train from the Prospect Hts station near Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Prospect Heights 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 Prospect Heights to Cortland?

    The ride from Prospect Heights to Cortland costs $16.25.

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