How to get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and train?

From Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Cermak-Mccormick Place station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Cermak-Chinatown may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

77min$6.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Cermak-Mccormick Place

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Cermak-Mccormick Place
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21 bus from Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West) station to Cermak & Loomis (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Cermak-Chinatown may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

82min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 21
21
Bus - 60
60
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West)
    ID 5124
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak & Loomis (West)
    ID 16195
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Loomis & Cermak (West)
    ID 17268
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Cermak-Chinatown and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 19.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 77 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Train schedule from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL

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

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From Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21 bus from Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West) station to Cermak & Loomis (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Cermak-Chinatown may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

82min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 21
21
Bus - 60
60
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station (West)
    ID 5124
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak & Loomis (West)
    ID 16195
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Loomis & Cermak (West)
    ID 17268
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL?

    The fastest way takes 77 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL?

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 60, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Cermak-Chinatown and Elmhurst, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 17 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL?

    The GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Cermak-Mccormick Place station near Cermak-Chinatown in Chicago to Harlem-Green station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Harlem-Green station near Elmhurst, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and train?

    The total travel time between Cermak-Chinatown and Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and train is about 1 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Cermak-Chinatown to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from the Cermak-Mccormick Place station near Cermak-Chinatown in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Cermak-Chinatown and Elmhurst, IL?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Harlem-Green station, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Cermak-Chinatown to Elmhurst, IL costs $6.25.

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