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.

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
    410 yd • 5 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
    220 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 in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton (Green/Pink) station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the 309 bus from Lake St & Marion St station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $2.80.

76min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Clinton (Green/Pink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton (Green/Pink)
    810 yd • 10 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
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Marion St
    ID 6864
    240 yd • 3 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
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    170 yd • 3 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, Elmhurst and Elmhurst, IL, Elmhurst is approximately 16.33 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.

Public transit stations close to Chicago Union Station

Chicago Union Station is located at Chicago Union Station, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is Clinton & Quincy (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Clinton-Blue
  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells

Train stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Chicago Otc
  • Lasalle Street

Bus stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • Jackson & Clinton (East)
  • Union Station (Jackson/Clinton)

Public transit stations close to Elmhurst, IL, Elmhurst

Elmhurst, IL is located at Elmhurst, IL, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is York/Arthur.

Train stations close to Elmhurst, IL:

  • Elmhurst
  • Berkeley
  • Villa Park

Bus stations close to Elmhurst, IL:

  • York/Arthur
  • York/Palmer
  • Palmer/Marion

Related Routes

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

To get from Chicago Union Station to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton (Green/Pink) station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the 309 bus from Lake St & Marion St station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $2.80.

76min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Clinton (Green/Pink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton (Green/Pink)
    810 yd • 10 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
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Marion St
    ID 6864
    240 yd • 3 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
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    170 yd • 3 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 76 minutes, using 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 #25| Elburn 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 in Chicago and Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst 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 #25| Elburn station, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst.

  • 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 11:45 PM.

  • 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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