How to get from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train?

From 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one train line: take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th station to Roosevelt station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 79th Red Line Station (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

100min
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from 79th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    79th
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    19 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
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.58 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between 79th Red Line Station (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 26.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 100 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Red Line Station (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 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and train schedule from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Red Line Station (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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 100 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between 79th Red Line Station (East) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 40 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from 79th station near 79th Red Line Station (East) in Chicago to Roosevelt station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one train line till Roosevelt station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from 79th Red Line Station (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train?

    The total travel time between 79th Red Line Station (East) and Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and train is about 1 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near 79th Red Line Station (East) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the 79th station near 79th Red Line Station (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between 79th Red Line Station (East) and Elmhurst University?

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

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