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

UP-W

Leaves from Milwaukee & Western (Se)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Milwaukee & Western (Se)
ID 17917
100 yd • 2 min
2
56
Wait for bus
56
Washington & Wabash (East)
3
Ride to bus station
Washington & Canal (East)
ID 443
33 min
4
Walk to train station
Chicago Otc
20 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 Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch) station to Clark/Lake station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 313 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to St. Charles/Prospect station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $2.80. 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.

99min$2.80

313

Leaves from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)

Step by Step

1
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
20 yd • 1 min
2

Wait for Chicago 'L'
BLUE LINE
Forest Park
3
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Clark/Lake
11 min
4

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
5
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Austin (Green)
23 min
6
Walk to bus station
Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
ID 6848
20 yd • 1 min
7
313
Wait for bus
313
Branding Ln & Finley Rd
8
Ride to bus station
St. Charles/Prospect
ID 7497
40 min
9
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.6 mi • 13 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

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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From Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

99min$2.80

313

Leaves from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)

Step by Step

1
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
20 yd • 1 min
2

Wait for Chicago 'L'
BLUE LINE
Forest Park
3
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Clark/Lake
11 min
4

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
5
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Austin (Green)
23 min
6
Walk to bus station
Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
ID 6848
20 yd • 1 min
7
313
Wait for bus
313
Branding Ln & Finley Rd
8
Ride to bus station
St. Charles/Prospect
ID 7497
40 min
9
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.6 mi • 13 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

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.
What is the alternative route to get from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University?
The alternative route takes 99 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 313.
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 & Wabash (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Washington & Wabash (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 & Wabash (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.

Last updated on May 16, 2026

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

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From Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University

Bus And Train schedule from Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University

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From Western Blue Line Station (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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