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How to get from Central/Elston to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Central/Elston to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago, take the 85A bus from Central/Elston station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

45min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85A
85A
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Depaul University
Leaves from Central/Elston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Elston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 85A85A
    Wait for bus
    85A
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Racine
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85 and BLUE LINE

To get from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago, take the 85 bus from Central/Seminole station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

50min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Depaul University
Leaves from Central/Seminole

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Seminole
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central/Elston to Depaul University

The distance between Central/Elston, Chicago and Depaul University, Chicago is approximately 11.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central/Elston 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.

Public transit stations close to Central/Elston

Central/Elston is located at Central/Elston, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Central/Ardmore/Manton.

Train stations close to Central/Elston:

  • Jefferson Park
  • Gladstone Park
  • Edgebrook

Bus stations close to Central/Elston:

  • Central/Ardmore/Manton
  • Central/Elston
  • Central/Manton/Ardmore

Public transit stations close to Depaul University, Chicago

Depaul University is located at 1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Dearborn & Jackson (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Depaul University:

  • Jackson-Blue
  • Monroe-Red
  • Jackson (Red)

Bus stations close to Depaul University:

  • Dearborn & Jackson (North)
  • Dearborn St & Jackson Blvd (Drop Off Only)
  • Adams & State (West)

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Depaul University by Chicago 'L' and bus via 85 and BLUE LINE

To get from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago, take the 85 bus from Central/Seminole station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

50min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Depaul University
Leaves from Central/Seminole

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Seminole
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Depaul University
    Walk to
    Depaul University
    1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, USA
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central/Elston to Depaul University?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 85A, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central/Elston to Depaul University?

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 85, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central/Elston 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 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago?

    The 85A bus line goes from Central/Elston station near Central/Elston to Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station near Depaul University in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Central/Elston and Depaul University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central/Elston to get to Depaul University in Chicago?

    Get on the 85A bus from the Central/Elston stop near Central/Elston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central/Elston and Depaul University in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station, which is closest to Depaul University in Chicago.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago is Blue Line. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 6:31 PM.

  • When is the first train from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago?

    The first train from Central/Elston to Depaul University in Chicago is Union Pacific Northwest. It leaves the Gladstone Park station at 11:17 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central/Elston to Depaul University?

    The ride from Central/Elston to Depaul University costs $2.25.