How to get from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst by bus and train?

From Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst by bus and train

To get from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 2L bus from West Lincoln Hwy. at High Meadows Apts - Eb Stop #439 station to West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd (Psych Building) - Eb Stop #444 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 12 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Northern Illinois University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst on the Moovit app.

142min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2L2L
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst
Leaves from West Lincoln Hwy. at High Meadows Apts - Eb Stop #439

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    West Lincoln Hwy. at High Meadows Apts - Eb Stop #439
    ID 439
    600 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2L2L
    Wait for bus
    2L
    Holmes Student Center (Hsc) - 2r / 2l Stop #621
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd (Psych Building) - Eb Stop #444
    ID 444
    3 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    48 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst
    Walk to
    Elmhurst
    2.17 mi • 44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst

The distance between Northern Illinois University, Chicago and Elmhurst, Chicago is approximately 50.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst 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 Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst

To check the bus and train schedule from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northern Illinois University) and destination (Elmhurst), 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 Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst?

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line 2L, Bus line 12, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Northern Illinois University and Elmhurst?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst?

    The 2L bus line goes from West Lincoln Hwy. at High Meadows Apts - Eb Stop #439 station near Northern Illinois University in Dekalb to West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd (Psych Building) - Eb Stop #444 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd (Psych Building) - Eb Stop #444 station near Elmhurst in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Northern Illinois University in Dekalb and Elmhurst in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Northern Illinois University to get to Elmhurst?

    Get on the 2L bus from the West Lincoln Hwy. at High Meadows Apts - Eb Stop #439 stop near Northern Illinois University in Dekalb.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Northern Illinois University and Elmhurst?

    Get off the bus at the West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd (Psych Building) - Eb Stop #444 station, which is closest to Elmhurst in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst?

    The ride from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst costs $4.00.

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