How to get from Chicago to Downers Grove by bus and train?

From Chicago to Downers Grove by bus and train

To get from Chicago to Downers Grove in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 18th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

65min$6.00
Bus - 49
49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 18th Street (South)
    ID 8249
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago to Downers Grove by bus and train via X49 and BNSF

To get from Chicago to Downers Grove in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 16th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

62min$6.00
Bus - X49
X49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 16th Street (South)
    ID 14531
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Downers Grove

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Downers Grove, Chicago is approximately 20.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Downers Grove 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 Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western & Lake (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • California-Green
  • Damen (Green)
  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Western & Lake (South)
  • Western & Washington (North)
  • Western & Warren (South)

Public transit stations close to Downers Grove, Chicago

Downers Grove is located at Downers Grove, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Downers Grove.

Train stations close to Downers Grove:

  • Downers Grove
  • Fairview Ave.
  • Lisle

Related Routes

Alternative route from Chicago to Downers Grove by bus and train via X49 and BNSF

To get from Chicago to Downers Grove in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & 16th Street (South) station. Next, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

62min$6.00
Bus - X49
X49
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & 16th Street (South)
    ID 14531
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 6
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Downers Grove?

    The fastest way takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line BNSF.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Downers Grove?

    The alternative route takes 62 minutes, using Bus line X49, Bus line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Downers Grove in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Downers Grove in Chicago?

    The 49 bus line goes from 79th & Western Terminal (West) station near Chicago to Western & 18th Street (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Western & 18th Street (South) station near Downers Grove in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Downers Grove in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Downers Grove in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Downers Grove in Chicago?

    Get on the 49 bus from the 79th & Western Terminal (West) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Downers Grove in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Western & 18th Street (South) station, which is closest to Downers Grove in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago to Downers Grove?

    The ride from Chicago to Downers Grove costs $6.00.