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How to get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train?

From 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from 51st station to Harlem/Lake station. Next, take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 51st Street & Michigan (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

95min$6.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 51st

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    51st
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from 51st station to Austin (Green) station. Next, 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 57 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 51st Street & Michigan (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

117min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 51st

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    51st
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Austin (Green)
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    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
    44 min
  • 7
    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 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between 51st Street & Michigan (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 23.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Train schedule from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (51st Street & Michigan (East)) and destination (Elmhurst University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' 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 Chicago 'L' and train schedules.

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From 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from 51st station to Austin (Green) station. Next, 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 57 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 51st Street & Michigan (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

117min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 51st

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    51st
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Austin (Green)
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    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
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 117 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between 51st Street & Michigan (East) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from 51st station near 51st Street & Michigan (East) in Chicago to Harlem-Green station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Harlem-Green station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train?

    The total travel time between 51st Street & Michigan (East) and Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train is about 1 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near 51st Street & Michigan (East) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from the 51st station near 51st Street & Michigan (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between 51st Street & Michigan (East) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Harlem-Green station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from 51st Street & Michigan (East) to Elmhurst University costs $6.25.

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