How to get from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 85 bus from Central & Grand (South) station to Central & Lake (Green Line) (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Central & Grand (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

87min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Central & Grand (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central & Grand (South)
    ID 15465
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central & Lake (Green Line) (South)
    ID 11566
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Central (Green)
    30 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)
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    44 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Central & Grand (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 13.04 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central & Grand (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 Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 85, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central & Grand (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 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The 85 bus line goes from Central & Grand (South) station near Central & Grand (North) in Chicago to Central & Lake (Green Line) (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Central & Lake (Green Line) (South) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Central & Grand (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central & Grand (North) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 85 bus from the Central & Grand (South) stop near Central & Grand (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central & Grand (North) and Elmhurst University?

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

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Central & Grand (North) to Elmhurst University costs $2.25.

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