How to get from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA by bus and train?

From Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA by bus and train

To get from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA in Elmhurst, take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $4.00.

102min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst IL USA
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    0.64 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #22| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst IL USA
    Walk to
    Elmhurst IL USA
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA

The distance between Northern Illinois University, Elmhurst and Elmhurst IL USA, Elmhurst is approximately 47.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Northern Illinois University

Northern Illinois University is located at 501 W Lincoln Hwy, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is Lucinda -Stadium (Near Rec Center).

Bus stations close to Northern Illinois University:

  • Lincoln Hall
  • Rec Center
  • New Hall West

Public transit stations close to Elmhurst IL USA, Elmhurst

Elmhurst IL USA is located at Elmhurst IL USA, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is York St & 3rd St.

Train stations close to Elmhurst IL USA:

  • Elmhurst
  • Berkeley
  • Villa Park

Bus stations close to Elmhurst IL USA:

  • York St & 3rd St
  • York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr
  • York St & Robert T Palmer Dr / 2nd St

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Northern Illinois University and Elmhurst IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Northern Illinois University in Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Elmhurst IL USA station near Elmhurst IL USA in Elmhurst.

  • How long does it take to travel from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Northern Illinois University in Dekalb and Elmhurst IL USA in Elmhurst by bus and train is about 1 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Northern Illinois University to get to Elmhurst IL USA?

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Northern Illinois University in Dekalb.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Northern Illinois University and Elmhurst IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Elmhurst IL USA station, which is closest to Elmhurst IL USA in Elmhurst.

  • How much is the bus fare from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA?

    The ride from Northern Illinois University to Elmhurst IL USA costs $4.00.

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