How to get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 56 bus from Madison & Dearborn/State (West) station to Madison & Clinton (West) 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 1 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

61min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 56
56
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Madison & Dearborn/State (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Dearborn/State (West)
    ID 18126
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #13| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.53 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Adams/Wabash station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

79min$6.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Adams/Wabash

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  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Adams/Wabash
    360 yd • 5 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
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #13| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.53 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University

The distance between Jackson-Blue, Elmhurst and Elmhurst University, Elmhurst is approximately 17.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University 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 Jackson-Blue

Jackson-Blue is located at Jackson-Blue, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is Dearborn St & Jackson Blvd (Drop Off Only).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Jackson-Blue:

  • Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren
  • Monroe-Blue
  • Jackson (Red)

Bus stations close to Jackson-Blue:

  • Dearborn St & Jackson Blvd (Drop Off Only)
  • Jackson & Dearborn (East)
  • Dearborn & Jackson (North)

Public transit stations close to Elmhurst University, Elmhurst

Elmhurst University is located at Alexander Boulevard, Elmhurst and the nearest public transit station is York/Palmer.

Train stations close to Elmhurst University:

  • Elmhurst
  • Villa Park
  • Berkeley

Bus stations close to Elmhurst University:

  • York/Palmer
  • York/Arthur
  • St. Charles/Argyle

Related Routes

From Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Adams/Wabash station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

79min$6.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Adams/Wabash

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Adams/Wabash
    360 yd • 5 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
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #13| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.53 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Bus line 56, Bus line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 79 minutes, using Bus line GREEN LINE, Bus line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Jackson-Blue and Elmhurst University?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University?

    The 56 bus line goes from Madison & Dearborn/State (West) station near Jackson-Blue in Chicago to Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station near Elmhurst University in Elmhurst.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Jackson-Blue in Chicago and Elmhurst University in Elmhurst by bus and train is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Jackson-Blue to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 56 bus from the Madison & Dearborn/State (West) stop near Jackson-Blue in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Jackson-Blue and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst.

  • When is the first train from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University?

    The first train from Jackson-Blue in Chicago to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 7:40 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Jackson-Blue to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

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