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How to get from Northwestern University to DePaul University by Chicago 'L'?

By Chicago 'L'

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Northwestern University to DePaul University in Chicago: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Foster station to Fullerton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

48min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to DePaul University
Leaves from Foster

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Foster
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Fullerton
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to DePaul University
    Walk to
    DePaul University
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Northwestern University to DePaul University in Chicago, take the 201 bus from Sheridan & Foster (South) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Fullerton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

62min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 201
201
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to DePaul University
Leaves from Sheridan & Foster (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan & Foster (South)
    ID 17295
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Fullerton
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to DePaul University
    Walk to
    DePaul University
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northwestern University to DePaul University

The distance between Northwestern University, Chicago and DePaul University, Chicago is approximately 10.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northwestern University to DePaul University by Chicago 'L', so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Northwestern University

Northwestern University is located at Northwestern University, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Sheridan & Foster (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Davis
  • Foster
  • Noyes

Train stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Sheridan & Foster (North)
  • Sheridan & Foster (South)
  • Sheridan & Haven (North)

Public transit stations close to DePaul University, Chicago

DePaul University is located at DePaul University, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Halsted & Dickens (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to DePaul University:

  • Diversey (Brown/Purple)
  • Fullerton
  • North/Clybourn

Train stations close to DePaul University:

  • Clybourn

Bus stations close to DePaul University:

  • Halsted & Dickens (South)
  • Fullerton & Halsted (West)
  • Fullerton & Halsted/Lincoln (East)

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Northwestern University to DePaul University in Chicago, take the 201 bus from Sheridan & Foster (South) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Fullerton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

62min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 201
201
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to DePaul University
Leaves from Sheridan & Foster (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan & Foster (South)
    ID 17295
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Fullerton
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to DePaul University
    Walk to
    DePaul University
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to DePaul University?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Northwestern University to DePaul University?

    The alternative route takes 62 minutes, using Bus line 201, Bus line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Northwestern University and DePaul University?

    Yes, there’s a direct Chicago 'L' going from Northwestern University in Evanston to DePaul University in Chicago in 48 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Northwestern University to DePaul University?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston to Linden station near DePaul University in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northwestern University to DePaul University by Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Northwestern University in Evanston and DePaul University in Chicago by Chicago 'L' is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Northwestern University to get to DePaul University?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Northwestern University and DePaul University?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Linden station, which is closest to DePaul University in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Northwestern University to DePaul University?

    The last train from Northwestern University in Evanston to DePaul University in Chicago is the Union Pacific North line. It leaves the Evanston (Davis St.) station at 6:30 PM.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Northwestern University to DePaul University?

    The ride from Northwestern University to DePaul University costs $2.50.

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