How to get from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University by bus?

From North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 21 bus from North Riverside Mall (East) station to Cermak/Oak Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 311 bus and finally take the 313 bus from Lake St & Oak Park Ave station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from North Riverside Mall (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

77min$2.55
Bus - 21
21
Bus - 311
311
Bus - 313
313
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from North Riverside Mall (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    North Riverside Mall (East)
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    25th Street & Michigan (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak/Oak Park
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & Cermak Rd
    ID 7045
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    North Ave & Narragansett Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & Lake St
    ID 7068
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Oak Park Ave
    ID 6861
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 313313
    Wait for bus
    313
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St. Charles/Prospect
    ID 7497
    35 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 North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between North Riverside Mall (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 12.69 mi, which can typically be travelled in 77 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus schedule from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Riverside Mall (East)) and destination (Elmhurst University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 77 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 311, Bus line 313.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Riverside Mall (East) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The 21 bus line goes from Cermak/Oak Park station near North Riverside Mall (East) in North Riverside to Oak Park Ave & Cermak Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Oak Park Ave & Cermak Rd station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University by bus?

    The total travel time between North Riverside Mall (East) and Elmhurst University by bus is about 1 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Riverside Mall (East) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Cermak/Oak Park stop near North Riverside Mall (East) in North Riverside.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Riverside Mall (East) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Oak Park Ave & Cermak Rd stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from North Riverside Mall (East) to Elmhurst University costs $2.55.

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