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How to get from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from Western-Cermak station to Ashland-Lake station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Lake St & Harlem Ave station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Cermak & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

89min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Western-Cermak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western-Cermak
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ashland-Lake
    9 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 21 bus from Cermak & Western (West) station to Cermak/Ridgeland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 314 bus and finally take the 313 bus from Lake St & Ridgeland Ave station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Cermak & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

102min$2.55
Bus - 21
21
Bus - 314
314
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Cermak & Western (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cermak & Western (West)
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak/Ridgeland
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ridgeland Ave & Cermak Rd
    ID 7708
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 314314
    Wait for bus
    314
    Lake St & Cuyler Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridgeland Ave & Lake St
    ID 7729
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Ridgeland Ave
    ID 6855
    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
    36 min
  • 10
    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 Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Cermak & Western (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 19.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cermak & Western (West) 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 Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cermak & Western (West)) 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 Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 21 bus from Cermak & Western (West) station to Cermak/Ridgeland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 314 bus and finally take the 313 bus from Lake St & Ridgeland Ave station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Cermak & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

102min$2.55
Bus - 21
21
Bus - 314
314
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Cermak & Western (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cermak & Western (West)
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak/Ridgeland
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ridgeland Ave & Cermak Rd
    ID 7708
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 314314
    Wait for bus
    314
    Lake St & Cuyler Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridgeland Ave & Lake St
    ID 7729
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Ridgeland Ave
    ID 6855
    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
    36 min
  • 10
    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 Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

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

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 314, Bus line 313.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Cermak & Western (West) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The PINK LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Western-Cermak station near Cermak & Western (West) in Chicago to 54th/Cermak station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till 54th/Cermak station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Cermak & Western (West) and Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Cermak & Western (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from the Western-Cermak station near Cermak & Western (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Cermak & Western (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the 54th/Cermak stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the total Chicago 'L' and bus fare from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Cermak & Western (West) to Elmhurst University costs $2.80.