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How to get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus?

From Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 86 bus from Narragansett & Montrose (South) station to Lake Street & Ridgeland (East) station. Next, take the 309 bus from Lake St & Ridgeland Ave station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from Montrose & Melvina (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

93min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 86
86
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Narragansett & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Narragansett & Montrose (South)
    ID 15765
    490 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Lake Street & Cuyler (Green Line) (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake Street & Ridgeland (East)
    ID 11722
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Ridgeland Ave
    ID 6855
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus via 91 and 313

To get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 91 bus from Austin & Montrose (South) station to Austin & Corcoran/South Blvd (Green Line) (South) station. Next, take the 313 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from Montrose & Melvina (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

96min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 91
91
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Austin & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Austin & Montrose (South)
    ID 9561
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Austin & Roosevelt (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Austin & Corcoran/South Blvd (Green Line) (South)
    ID 9603
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 313313
    Wait for bus
    313
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Charles/Prospect
    ID 7497
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Montrose & Melvina (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 15.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University

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

Alternative route from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus via 91 and 313

To get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 91 bus from Austin & Montrose (South) station to Austin & Corcoran/South Blvd (Green Line) (South) station. Next, take the 313 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from Montrose & Melvina (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

96min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 91
91
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Austin & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Austin & Montrose (South)
    ID 9561
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9191
    Wait for bus
    91
    Austin & Roosevelt (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Austin & Corcoran/South Blvd (Green Line) (South)
    ID 9603
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 313313
    Wait for bus
    313
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Charles/Prospect
    ID 7497
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Bus line 86, Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 91, Bus line 313.

  • Is there a direct bus between Montrose & Melvina (West) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The 86 bus line goes from Narragansett & Montrose (South) station near Montrose & Melvina (West) in Chicago to Lake Street & Cuyler (Green Line) (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lake Street & Cuyler (Green Line) (East) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University by bus?

    The total travel time between Montrose & Melvina (West) and Elmhurst University by bus is about 1 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Montrose & Melvina (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 86 bus from the Narragansett & Montrose (South) stop near Montrose & Melvina (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Montrose & Melvina (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Lake Street & Cuyler (Green Line) (East) stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Montrose & Melvina (West) to Elmhurst University costs $2.55.