How to get from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train?

Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) - Bus Schedule

The 12 bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) runs from 5:37 AM to 10:52 PM, with departures every 30 min-2 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train

To get from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the J14 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Michigan & Jackson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) on the Moovit app.

146min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - J14
J14
Walk to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    88 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal (Se)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Jackson (South)
    ID 1110
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
    Walk to
    Depaul University (The Loop Campus)
    South Wabash Avenue
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)

The distance between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University), Chicago and Depaul University (The Loop Campus), Chicago is approximately 64.51 mi, which can typically be traveled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)

To check the bus and train schedule from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)) and destination (Depaul University (The Loop Campus)), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line J14.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station near Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb and Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to get to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) and Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    Get off the bus at the Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 stop, which is closest to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago.

  • When is the last bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) to Depaul University (The Loop Campus)?

    The last bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) in Dekalb to Depaul University (The Loop Campus) in Chicago is the Chicago - Davenport - Des Moines line. It leaves the Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) stop at 8:05 AM.

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