How to get from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 125 bus from Ontario & State (West) station to Clinton & Washington (South) 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 bus and train schedule from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

72min$7.75

125

UP-W

Leaves from Ontario & State (West)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Ontario & State (West)
ID 15108
240 yd • 3 min
2
125
Wait for bus
125
Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)
3
Ride to bus station
Clinton & Washington (South)
ID 5023
16 min
4
Walk to train station
Chicago Otc
50 yd • 1 min
5
UP-W
Wait for train
UP-W
#25| Elburn
6
Ride to train station
Elmhurst
34 min
7
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.54 mi • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

From State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 36 bus from State & Grand (Red Line) (South) station to State & Lake (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Lake St & Marion St station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus and train schedule from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

91min$2.25

309

Leaves from State & Grand (Red Line) (South)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
State & Grand (Red Line) (South)
ID 2367
10 yd • 1 min
2
36
Wait for bus
36
Financial Place & Ida B Wells Drive (Lasalle St Station) (North)
3
Ride to bus station
State & Lake (South)
ID 1423
6 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Clark/Lake
330 yd • 4 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harlem/Lake
28 min
7
Walk to bus station
Lake St & Marion St
ID 6864
240 yd • 3 min
8
309
Wait for bus
309
1st St & York St
9
Ride to bus station
1st St & York St
ID 6844
34 min
10
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.57 mi • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between State & Grand (Red Line) (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 18.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) 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 State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University

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

91min$2.25

309

Leaves from State & Grand (Red Line) (South)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
State & Grand (Red Line) (South)
ID 2367
10 yd • 1 min
2
36
Wait for bus
36
Financial Place & Ida B Wells Drive (Lasalle St Station) (North)
3
Ride to bus station
State & Lake (South)
ID 1423
6 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Clark/Lake
330 yd • 4 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harlem/Lake
28 min
7
Walk to bus station
Lake St & Marion St
ID 6864
240 yd • 3 min
8
309
Wait for bus
309
1st St & York St
9
Ride to bus station
1st St & York St
ID 6844
34 min
10
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 State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University?
The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 125, Train line UP-W.
What is the alternative route to get from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University?
The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 36, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.
Is there a direct bus between State & Grand (Red Line) (North) and Elmhurst University?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.
Which bus line goes from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University?
The 125 bus line goes from Ontario & State (West) station near State & Grand (Red Line) (North) in Chicago to Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) station near Elmhurst University.
How long does it take to travel from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?
The total travel time between State & Grand (Red Line) (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 12 min.
Where do I get on the bus near State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to get to Elmhurst University?
Get on the 125 bus from the Ontario & State (West) stop near State & Grand (Red Line) (North) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between State & Grand (Red Line) (North) and Elmhurst University?
Get off the bus at the Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.
When is the first train from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University?
The first train from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) in Chicago to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 7:40 PM.
How much is the bus fare from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University?
The ride from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

Last updated on April 5, 2026

How to get from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

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From State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University

Bus And Train schedule from State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University

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From State & Grand (Red Line) (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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