How to get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by train?

From Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by train

Take one direct train from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst: take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $5.50. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

45min$5.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 37 bus from Jackson & Clinton (East) station to Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Lake St & Harlem Ave station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

81min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Jackson & Clinton (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Fullerton & Sheffield (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North)
    ID 15020
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr
    ID 6945
    32 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 16.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL

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

Related Routes

From Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 37 bus from Jackson & Clinton (East) station to Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Lake St & Harlem Ave station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

81min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Jackson & Clinton (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Fullerton & Sheffield (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North)
    ID 15020
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr
    ID 6945
    32 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 37, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Elmhurst, IL?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst in 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL?

    The UP-W train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Elmhurst station near Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL by train?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and Elmhurst, IL by train is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chicago Union Station to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the UP-W train from the Chicago Otc station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chicago Union Station and Elmhurst, IL?

    Get off the train at the Elmhurst station, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL?

    The first train from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 12:45 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL costs $5.50.

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