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

From Elburn to Downers Grove by bus and train

To get from Elburn to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Wheaton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 714 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Naperville station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

124min$9.50
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 714
714
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Elburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elburn
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #38| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West St & Liberty Dr
    ID 29321
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 714714
    Wait for bus
    714
    Naperville Metra (4th Ave & Center St)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Naperville Metra (4th Ave & Center St)
    ID 29034
    45 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Naperville
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1254| Chicago Union Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Elburn to Downers Grove by bus and train via UP-W, 802 and BNSF

To get from Elburn to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Geneva station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 802 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

124min$9.50
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 802
802
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Elburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elburn
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #38| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra (3rd St & Crescent Pl)
    ID 11730
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 802802
    Wait for bus
    802
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
    ID 37409
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aurora
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1254| Chicago Union Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elburn to Downers Grove

The distance between Elburn, Chicago and Downers Grove, Chicago is approximately 36.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 124 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elburn 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, Chicago

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

Train stations close to Downers Grove:

  • Belmont
  • Downers Grove
  • Lisle

Related Routes

Alternative route from Elburn to Downers Grove by bus and train via UP-W, 802 and BNSF

To get from Elburn to Downers Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Geneva station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 802 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Belmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

124min$9.50
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 802
802
Train - BNSFBNSF
Leaves from Elburn

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elburn
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #38| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra (3rd St & Crescent Pl)
    ID 11730
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 802802
    Wait for bus
    802
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
    ID 37409
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aurora
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1254| Chicago Union Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station Belmont
    Ride to train station
    Belmont
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 124 minutes, using Bus line UP-W, Bus line 714, Bus line BNSF.

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

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Bus line UP-W, Bus line 802, Bus line BNSF.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Elburn to Downers Grove in Chicago?

    The UP-W train line goes from #38| Chicago Otc station near Elburn to Wheaton station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Wheaton station near Downers Grove in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Elburn and Downers Grove in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the UP-W train from the #38| Chicago Otc station near Elburn in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Wheaton station, which is closest to Downers Grove in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Elburn to Downers Grove costs $9.50.