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

By bus and train

To get from Downers Grove to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 511 bus from Chicago/Louis station to Pace Transit Center Bay L station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 834 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Downers Grove station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $6.05.

149min$6.05
Bus - 511
511
Bus - 834
834
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Chicago/Louis

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Bus - 511511
    Wait for bus
    511
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
    ID 37547
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay C
    ID 37543
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave)
    ID 15493
    88 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Downers Grove
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1217| Aurora
  • 9
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 511, HC and BNSF

To get from Downers Grove to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 511 bus from Chicago/Louis station to Pace Transit Center Bay L station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HC train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

149min$15.50
Bus - 511
511
Train - HCHC
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Chicago/Louis

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Bus - 511511
    Wait for bus
    511
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
    ID 37547
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Joliet
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - HCHC
    Wait for train
    HC
    #916| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    67 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1217| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downers Grove to Downers Grove

The distance between Downers Grove, Chicago and Downers Grove, Chicago is approximately 29.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 149 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downers Grove 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 Downers Grove

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
  • Belmont
  • Fairview Ave.

Public transit stations close to Downers Grove, Chicago

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

Train stations close to Downers Grove:

  • Lisle
  • Belmont
  • Downers Grove

Alternative route by bus and train via 511, HC and BNSF

To get from Downers Grove to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 511 bus from Chicago/Louis station to Pace Transit Center Bay L station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HC train and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

149min$15.50
Bus - 511
511
Train - HCHC
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Chicago/Louis

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Bus - 511511
    Wait for bus
    511
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
    ID 37547
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Joliet
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - HCHC
    Wait for train
    HC
    #916| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    67 min
  • 7
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1217| Aurora
  • 8
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 149 minutes, using Bus line 511, Bus line 834, Bus line BNSF.

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

    The alternative route takes 149 minutes, using Bus line 511, Bus line HC, Bus line BNSF.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 29 min.

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

    The 511 bus line goes from Pace Transit Center Bay L station near Downers Grove to Pace Transit Center Bay L station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Belmont station near Downers Grove in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Downers Grove and Downers Grove in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 29 min.

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

    Get on the 511 bus from the Pace Transit Center Bay L stop near Downers Grove in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Belmont station, which is closest to Downers Grove in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Downers Grove to Downers Grove?

    The ride from Downers Grove to Downers Grove costs $6.05.

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