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How to get from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) 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 18 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Madison & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

78min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 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

From Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (West) station to Madison & California (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally 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 33 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus and train schedule from Madison & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

93min$2.25
Bus - 20
20
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Madison & Western (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & California (West)
    ID 14841
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    California-Green
    360 yd • 5 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
    Austin (Green)
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 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
    44 min
  • 10
    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 Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Madison & Western (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 19.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Madison & Western (West) 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 Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus and train schedule from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Madison & Western (West)) 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.

Related Routes

From Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (West) station to Madison & California (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally 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 33 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus and train schedule from Madison & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

93min$2.25
Bus - 20
20
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Madison & Western (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & California (West)
    ID 14841
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    California-Green
    360 yd • 5 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
    Austin (Green)
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 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
    44 min
  • 10
    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 Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Bus line 20, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 93 minutes, using Bus line 20, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct bus between Madison & Western (West) 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 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Madison & Western (West) in Chicago to Columbus & Randolph (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Columbus & Randolph (South) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Madison & Western (West) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Madison & Western (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Western (East) stop near Madison & Western (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Madison & Western (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Columbus & Randolph (South) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Madison & Western (West) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

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