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How to get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 12 bus from Michigan & 16th Street (North) station to Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally 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 39 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Michigan & 16th Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

99min$2.25
Bus - 12
12
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Michigan & 16th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Michigan & 16th Street (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West)
    ID 16140
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    10 yd • 1 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
    Austin (Green)
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 313313
    Wait for bus
    313
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Charles/Prospect
    ID 7497
    40 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 3 bus from Michigan & 16th Street (North) station to Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Michigan & 16th Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

77min$7.75
Bus - 3
3
Bus - J14
J14
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Michigan & 16th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Michigan & 16th Street (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North)
    ID 14485
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Michigan & 16th Street (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 19.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 99 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Michigan & 16th Street (North)) and destination (Elmhurst University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and 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 Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

From Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 3 bus from Michigan & 16th Street (North) station to Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Michigan & 16th Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

77min$7.75
Bus - 3
3
Bus - J14
J14
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Michigan & 16th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Michigan & 16th Street (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North)
    ID 14485
    9 min
  • 4
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 99 minutes, using Bus line 12, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 313.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line J14, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Michigan & 16th Street (North) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 39 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The 12 bus line goes from Central & Harrison Terminal (North) station near Michigan & 16th Street (North) in Chicago to Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Michigan & 16th Street (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Michigan & 16th Street (North) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Central & Harrison Terminal (North) stop near Michigan & 16th Street (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Michigan & 16th Street (North) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Michigan & 16th Street (North) to Elmhurst University costs $2.25.