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How to get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Western (West) station to 79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SWS train 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 56 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

116min$11.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 79
79
Train - SWSSWS
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 79th Street & Western (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th Street & Western (West)
    ID 2670
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7979
    Wait for bus
    79
    Ford City (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (West)
    ID 2680
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wrightwood
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SWSSWS
    Wait for train
    SWS
    #810| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 49 bus from 79th & Western Terminal station to Western Orange Line Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' 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 53 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

113min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 79th & Western Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th & Western Terminal
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Orange Line Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Orange)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    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 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 29.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) 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.

Bus And Train schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street & Western Terminal (East)) and destination (Elmhurst University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 49 bus from 79th & Western Terminal station to Western Orange Line Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' 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 53 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

113min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 79th & Western Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th & Western Terminal
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Orange Line Station
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Orange)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    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 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 79, Train line SWS, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 113 minutes, using Bus line 49, Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The 79 bus line goes from 79th Street & Western (West) station near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) in Chicago to Ford City (South) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ford City (South) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 79 bus from the 79th Street & Western (West) stop near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Ford City (South) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Elmhurst University costs $11.50.

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