How to get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago, take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Central Park (East) station to 79th Red Line Station (East) station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th station to Jackson (Red) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

60min$2.25

Leaves from 79th Street & Central Park (East)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
79th Street & Central Park (East)
2
79
Wait for bus
79
79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Red Line Station (East)
ID 17097
32 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
79th
130 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
RED LINE
Howard
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Jackson (Red)
20 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Central Park (East) station to 79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SWS train and finally take the 28 bus from Union Station Transit Center (East) station to Jackson & State (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $6.55.

52min$6.55

SWS

Leaves from 79th Street & Central Park (East)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
79th Street & Central Park (East)
2
79
Wait for bus
79
79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (East)
ID 2736
3 min
4
Walk to train station
Wrightwood
90 yd • 2 min
5
SWS
Wait for train
SWS
#810| Chicago Union Station
6
Ride to train station
Chicago Union Station
30 min
7
Walk to bus station
Union Station Transit Center (East)
ID 18252
50 yd • 1 min
8
28
Wait for bus
28
Olive-Harvey College (West)
9
Ride to bus station
Jackson & State (East)
ID 71
7 min
10
Walk to
Depaul University
1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
80 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University

The distance between 79th Street & Central Park (East), Chicago and Depaul University, Chicago is approximately 14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 60 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

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From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by bus and train

52min$6.55

SWS

Leaves from 79th Street & Central Park (East)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
79th Street & Central Park (East)
2
79
Wait for bus
79
79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (East)
ID 2736
3 min
4
Walk to train station
Wrightwood
90 yd • 2 min
5
SWS
Wait for train
SWS
#810| Chicago Union Station
6
Ride to train station
Chicago Union Station
30 min
7
Walk to bus station
Union Station Transit Center (East)
ID 18252
50 yd • 1 min
8
28
Wait for bus
28
Olive-Harvey College (West)
9
Ride to bus station
Jackson & State (East)
ID 71
7 min
10
Walk to
Depaul University
1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
80 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University?
The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Bus line 79, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.
What is the alternative route to get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University?
The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 79, Train line SWS, Bus line 28.
Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Central Park (East) and Depaul University in Chicago?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 60 min.
Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago?
The 79 bus line goes from 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West) station near 79th Street & Central Park (East) to 79th Red Line Station (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till 79th Red Line Station (East) station near Depaul University in Chicago.
How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between 79th Street & Central Park (East) and Depaul University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 60 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Central Park (East) to get to Depaul University in Chicago?
Get on the 79 bus from the 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West) stop near 79th Street & Central Park (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & Central Park (East) and Depaul University in Chicago?
Get off the bus at the 79th Red Line Station (East) station, which is closest to Depaul University in Chicago.
When is the first train from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago?
The first train from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University in Chicago is Southwest Service. It leaves the Wrightwood station at 11:42 PM.
How much is the bus fare from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University?
The ride from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University costs $2.25.

Last updated on February 21, 2026

How to get from 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by bus and train

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From 79th Street & Central Park (East) to Depaul University by bus and train

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