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How to get from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 56 bus from Milwaukee & Western (Se) 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 27 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from Western Blue Line Station (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

87min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 56
56
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Milwaukee & Western (Se)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Milwaukee & Western (Se)
    ID 17917
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    33 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
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Public transit directions from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Western Blue Line Station (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 20.3 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western Blue Line Station (North) 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 Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus and train schedule from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Western Blue Line Station (North)) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 56, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Western Blue Line Station (North) 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 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The 56 bus line goes from Milwaukee & Western (Se) station near Western Blue Line Station (North) in Chicago to Washington & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Washington & Canal (East) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Western Blue Line Station (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Western Blue Line Station (North) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 56 bus from the Milwaukee & Western (Se) stop near Western Blue Line Station (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Western Blue Line Station (North) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Washington & Canal (East) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

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