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

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

To get from Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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
190 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Grand & 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 Grand-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 32 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The bus and train schedule from Grand & State (Red Line) (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

92min$2.80

309

Leaves from Grand-Red

Step by Step

1
Start from Chicago 'L' station
Grand & State (Red Line) (West)
2

Wait for Chicago 'L'
RED LINE
95th
3
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Monroe-Red
3 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Washington/Wabash
210 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harlem/Lake
30 min
7
Walk to bus station
Lake St & Harlem Ave
ID 6865
250 yd • 4 min
8
309
Wait for bus
309
1st St & York St
9
Ride to bus station
1st St & York St
ID 6844
33 min
10
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.57 mi • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

The distance between Grand & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 18.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand & State (Red Line) (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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University

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

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

92min$2.80

309

Leaves from Grand-Red

Step by Step

1
Start from Chicago 'L' station
Grand & State (Red Line) (West)
2

Wait for Chicago 'L'
RED LINE
95th
3
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Monroe-Red
3 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Washington/Wabash
210 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harlem/Lake
30 min
7
Walk to bus station
Lake St & Harlem Ave
ID 6865
250 yd • 4 min
8
309
Wait for bus
309
1st St & York St
9
Ride to bus station
1st St & York St
ID 6844
33 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?
The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.
Is there a direct bus between Grand & State (Red Line) (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 12 min.
Which bus line goes from Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?
The 125 bus line goes from Ontario & State (West) station near Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?
The total travel time between Grand & State (Red Line) (West) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 12 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to get to Elmhurst University?
Get on the 125 bus from the Ontario & State (West) stop near Grand & State (Red Line) (West) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?
The first train from Grand & State (Red Line) (West) 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 Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University?
The ride from Grand & State (Red Line) (West) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

Last updated on May 23, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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