How to get from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train?

From Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE bus from Harlem Station station to Jefferson Park Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-NW train 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 45 min. The ride fare is $11.25. The bus and train schedule from Howard/Waukegan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

105min$11.25
Walk to bus stationBus - PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE
PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Harlem Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem Station
    ID 22051
    500 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - PULSE MILWAUKEE LINEPULSE MILWAUKEE LINE
    Wait for bus
    PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE
    Jefferson Park Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center
    ID 21901
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jefferson Park
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #632| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 9
    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 Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Howard/Waukegan and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 29.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 105 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL

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

    The fastest way takes 105 minutes, using Bus line PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE, Train line UP-NW, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Howard/Waukegan and Elmhurst, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL?

    The PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE bus line goes from Harlem Station station near Howard/Waukegan in Niles to Jefferson Park Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Jefferson Park Transit Center station near Elmhurst, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Howard/Waukegan and Elmhurst, IL by bus and train is about 1 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Howard/Waukegan to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the PULSE MILWAUKEE LINE bus from the Harlem Station stop near Howard/Waukegan in Niles.

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

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Park Transit Center station, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • How much is the bus fare from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Howard/Waukegan to Elmhurst, IL costs $11.25.

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