How to get from Northwestern University to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus?

Northwestern University to Elgin - Chicago 'L' Schedule

The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Northwestern University to Elgin runs from 12:19 AM to 12:04 AM, with departures every 5 min-3 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Northwestern University to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Northwestern University to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Foster station to Clark/Lake station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Northwestern University may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

123min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Foster

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Foster
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    37 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    36 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D
    ID 37721
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northwestern University to Elgin

The distance between Northwestern University, Chicago and Elgin, Chicago is approximately 53.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northwestern University to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Northwestern University to Elgin

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Northwestern University to Elgin using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northwestern University) and destination (Elgin), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and bus, 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 Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Elgin?

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 603.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Northwestern University and Elgin?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Northwestern University to Elgin?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston to Clark/Lake station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till Clark/Lake station near Elgin in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northwestern University to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Northwestern University in Evanston and Elgin in Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Northwestern University to get to Elgin?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Foster station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Northwestern University and Elgin?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Clark/Lake stop, which is closest to Elgin in Chicago.

  • How much is the total Chicago 'L' and bus fare from Northwestern University to Elgin?

    The ride from Northwestern University to Elgin costs $2.80.

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