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

From State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 2 bus from Balbo & State (West) station to State & Madison (North) 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 33 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from State & Balbo (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

93min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 2
2
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Balbo & State (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balbo & State (West)
    ID 15482
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Navy Pier Terminal (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State & Madison (North)
    ID 1117
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wabash
    160 yd • 2 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
    Harlem/Lake
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 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
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the J14 bus from Balbo & Michigan (West) station to Madison & Clinton (West) station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from State & Balbo (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

72min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - J14
J14
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Balbo & Michigan (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balbo & Michigan (West)
    ID 4884
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    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 State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between State & Balbo (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 18.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from State & Balbo (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 State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University

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

To get from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the J14 bus from Balbo & Michigan (West) station to Madison & Clinton (West) station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from State & Balbo (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

72min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - J14
J14
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Balbo & Michigan (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balbo & Michigan (West)
    ID 4884
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    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 State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Bus line 2, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line J14, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between State & Balbo (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 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The 2 bus line goes from Balbo & State (West) station near State & Balbo (North) in Chicago to Navy Pier Terminal (Ne) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Navy Pier Terminal (Ne) station near Elmhurst University.

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

    The total travel time between State & Balbo (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 33 min.

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

    Get on the 2 bus from the Balbo & State (West) stop near State & Balbo (North) in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Navy Pier Terminal (Ne) stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

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

    The ride from State & Balbo (North) to Elmhurst University costs $2.25.

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