How to get from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by bus?

From Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by bus

To get from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the 331 bus from 1st/Ridgewood/Forest station to 5th/Lake station. Next, take the 309 bus from Lake St & 5th Ave station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The bus schedule from Riverside may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

69min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 331
331
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from 1st/Ridgewood/Forest

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    1st/Ridgewood/Forest
    ID 6638
    0.53 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    Cumberland Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5th/Lake
    ID 8074
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & 5th Ave
    ID 6885
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr
    ID 6945
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by train

To get from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the BNSF train from Riverside station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus schedule from Riverside may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

84min$9.25
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Riverside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Riverside
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1242| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    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 Riverside to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Riverside and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 12.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL

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

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From Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by train

To get from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the BNSF train from Riverside station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus schedule from Riverside may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

84min$9.25
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Riverside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Riverside
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1242| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    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 Riverside to Elmhurst, IL?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line 331, Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL?

    The alternative route takes 84 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Elmhurst, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL?

    The 331 bus line goes from 1st/Ridgewood/Forest station near Riverside in Riverside to 5th/Lake station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 5th/Lake station near Elmhurst, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL by bus?

    The total travel time between Riverside and Elmhurst, IL by bus is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Riverside to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the 331 bus from the 1st/Ridgewood/Forest stop near Riverside in Riverside.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Riverside and Elmhurst, IL?

    Get off the bus at the 5th/Lake stop, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • How much is the bus fare from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Riverside to Elmhurst, IL costs $2.30.

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