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How to get from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 94 bus from California & Cermak (North) station to California & Lake (Green Line) (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 29 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & Cermak (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

89min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 94
94
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from California & Cermak (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    California & Cermak (North)
    ID 14606
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 9494
    Wait for bus
    94
    Rockwell & Addison (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    California & Lake (Green Line) (North)
    ID 4212
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    California-Green
    20 yd • 1 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
    17 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

Alternative route from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus via PINK LINE, GREEN LINE and 309

To get from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from California (Pink) station to Ashland-Lake 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 30 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & Cermak (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

90min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from California (Pink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    California (Pink)
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ashland-Lake
    11 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
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    33 min
  • 9
    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 California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University

The distance between California & Cermak (South) and Elmhurst University is approximately 16.52 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from California & Cermak (South) 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 California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (California & Cermak (South)) 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.

Alternative route from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus via PINK LINE, GREEN LINE and 309

To get from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from California (Pink) station to Ashland-Lake 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 30 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from California & Cermak (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

90min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from California (Pink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    California (Pink)
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ashland-Lake
    11 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
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    33 min
  • 9
    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 California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 94, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct bus between California & Cermak (South) 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 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The 94 bus line goes from California & Cermak (North) station near California & Cermak (South) in Chicago to Rockwell & Addison (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Rockwell & Addison (North) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between California & Cermak (South) and Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near California & Cermak (South) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 94 bus from the California & Cermak (North) stop near California & Cermak (South) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between California & Cermak (South) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Rockwell & Addison (North) stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from California & Cermak (South) to Elmhurst University costs $2.25.