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How to get from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

From 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train

To get from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 3 bus from King Drive & 31st Street (North) station to Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the J14 bus 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 41 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The bus and train schedule from 31st Street Beach (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

101min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Bus - J14
J14
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from King Drive & 31st Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King Drive & 31st Street (North)
    ID 2171
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North)
    ID 14485
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Jefferson & Washington (North)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    13 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    60 yd • 1 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

From 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 3 bus from King Drive & 31st Street (North) station to Michigan & Cermak (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from 31st Street Beach (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

107min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from King Drive & 31st Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King Drive & 31st Street (North)
    ID 2171
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Cermak (North)
    ID 15312
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Cermak-Mccormick Place
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 10
    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 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University

The distance between 31st Street Beach (North) and Elmhurst University is approximately 21.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 31st Street Beach (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 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University

To check the bus and train schedule from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (31st Street Beach (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.

From 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 3 bus from King Drive & 31st Street (North) station to Michigan & Cermak (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-W train from Oakpark station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from 31st Street Beach (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

107min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from King Drive & 31st Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King Drive & 31st Street (North)
    ID 2171
    0.51 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Cermak (North)
    ID 15312
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Cermak-Mccormick Place
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harlem/Lake
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Oakpark
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    18 min
  • 10
    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 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line J14, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 107 minutes, using Bus line 3, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between 31st Street Beach (North) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The 3 bus line goes from King Drive & 31st Street (North) station near 31st Street Beach (North) in Chicago to Fairbanks & Huron (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Fairbanks & Huron (South) station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 31st Street Beach (North) and Elmhurst University by bus and train is about 1 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 31st Street Beach (North) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 3 bus from the King Drive & 31st Street (North) stop near 31st Street Beach (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 31st Street Beach (North) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Fairbanks & Huron (South) station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from 31st Street Beach (North) to Elmhurst University costs $7.75.