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How to get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst, take the 151 bus from Lake Shore & North Ave (South) station to Adams & Canal (West) 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 33 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from North Avenue Beach (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

93min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 151
151
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Lake Shore & North Ave (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake Shore & North Ave (South)
    ID 1087
    580 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & Canal (West)
    ID 12713
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    390 yd • 5 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

Alternative route from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train via 73, UP-N and UP-W

To get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 73 bus from Clark & Lasalle (Nw) station to Clybourn Metra Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train 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 44 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The bus and train schedule from North Avenue Beach (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

104min$11.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 73
73
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Clark & Lasalle (Nw)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clark & Lasalle (Nw)
    ID 1451
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Grand & Latrobe Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clybourn Metra Station (West)
    ID 4096
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clybourn
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #316| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    11 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 9
    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 North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between North Avenue Beach (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 20.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Avenue Beach (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 North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus and train schedule from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Avenue Beach (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.

Alternative route from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train via 73, UP-N and UP-W

To get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 73 bus from Clark & Lasalle (Nw) station to Clybourn Metra Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train 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 44 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The bus and train schedule from North Avenue Beach (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

104min$11.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 73
73
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Clark & Lasalle (Nw)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clark & Lasalle (Nw)
    ID 1451
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Grand & Latrobe Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clybourn Metra Station (West)
    ID 4096
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clybourn
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #316| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    11 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Bus line 151, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 73, Train line UP-N, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between North Avenue Beach (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 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The 151 bus line goes from Lake Shore & North Ave (South) station near North Avenue Beach (West) in Chicago to Union Station Transit Center (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Union Station Transit Center (East) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between North Avenue Beach (West) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near North Avenue Beach (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 151 bus from the Lake Shore & North Ave (South) stop near North Avenue Beach (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Avenue Beach (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Union Station Transit Center (East) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the bus fare from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from North Avenue Beach (West) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.