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How to get from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 156 bus from Jackson & Franklin (East) station to Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Lake St & Harlem Ave station to 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Jackson & Franklin (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

92min$2.25
Bus - 156
156
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Jackson & Franklin (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Jackson & Franklin (East)
  • 2
    Bus - 156156
    Wait for bus
    156
    Belmont & Halsted Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North)
    ID 15904
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    130 yd • 2 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
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake St & Harlem Ave
    ID 6865
    250 yd • 4 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
    33 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 Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Jackson & Franklin (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 18.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line 156, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct bus between Jackson & Franklin (East) and Elmhurst University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The 156 bus line goes from Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North) station near Jackson & Franklin (East) in Chicago to Clark/Lake station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Clark/Lake station near Elmhurst University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Jackson & Franklin (East) and Elmhurst University by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Jackson & Franklin (East) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the 156 bus from the Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North) stop near Jackson & Franklin (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Jackson & Franklin (East) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the bus at the Clark/Lake stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • When is the last train from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The last train from Jackson & Franklin (East) in Chicago to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst is the Union Pacific West line. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 5:40 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Jackson & Franklin (East) to Elmhurst University costs $2.25.

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