How to get from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

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

To get from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Chicago-Red station to Monroe-Red 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 34 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

94min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Chicago-Red

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Chicago-Red
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wabash
    210 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
    0.62 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 19.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University

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

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?

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

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Chicago-Red station near Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) in Chicago to Monroe-Red station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till Monroe-Red station near Elmhurst University.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the Chicago-Red station near Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Monroe-Red stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

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

    The ride from Chicago & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University costs $2.80.

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