How to get from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train?

From Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 54B bus from Ford City (North) station to Midway Orange Line Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Ford City (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

114min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 54B
54B
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Ford City (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ford City (North)
    ID 18295
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 54B54B
    Wait for bus
    54B
    54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Midway Orange Line Station
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Midway
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 54B bus from Ford City (North) station to Cicero & 51st Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 315 bus and finally take the 309 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Ford City (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

135min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 54B
54B
Bus - 315
315
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Ford City (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ford City (North)
    ID 18295
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 54B54B
    Wait for bus
    54B
    54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cicero & 51st Street
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cicero & 51st Street
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 315315
    Wait for bus
    315
    Lake St & Austin Blvd (Se)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Austin/Corcoran/South Blvd./Cta Green Line
    ID 36206
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 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
    44 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.57 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Ford City (South) and Elmhurst University is approximately 31.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L', bus And Train schedule from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University

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

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From Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by bus

To get from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 54B bus from Ford City (North) station to Cicero & 51st Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 315 bus and finally take the 309 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule from Ford City (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L', bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

135min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 54B
54B
Bus - 315
315
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Ford City (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ford City (North)
    ID 18295
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 54B54B
    Wait for bus
    54B
    54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cicero & 51st Street
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cicero & 51st Street
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 315315
    Wait for bus
    315
    Lake St & Austin Blvd (Se)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Austin/Corcoran/South Blvd./Cta Green Line
    ID 36206
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    20 yd • 1 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
    44 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    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 Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 54B, Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 135 minutes, using Bus line 54B, Bus line 315, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ford City (South) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The 54B bus line goes from Ford City (North) station near Ford City (South) in Chicago to 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one train line till 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University by bus, Chicago 'L' and train?

    The total travel time between Ford City (South) and Elmhurst University by bus, Chicago 'L' and train is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ford City (South) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 54B bus from the Ford City (North) stop near Ford City (South) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ford City (South) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the total bus, Chicago 'L' and train fare from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Ford City (South) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.

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