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How to get from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by train?

From Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by train

Take one direct train from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst: take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $5.50. The train schedule from Van Buren & Canal (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

53min$5.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    430 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to Elmhurst University
    Walk to
    Elmhurst University
    Alexander Boulevard
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 37 bus from Jackson & Chicago River (East) station to Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (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 31 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The train schedule from Van Buren & Canal (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

91min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Jackson & Chicago River (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Chicago River (East)
    ID 14461
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Fullerton & Sheffield (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North)
    ID 15020
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    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
    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 Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University

The distance between Van Buren & Canal (West) and Elmhurst University is approximately 16.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University

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

Related Routes

From Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 37 bus from Jackson & Chicago River (East) station to Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (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 31 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The train schedule from Van Buren & Canal (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

91min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 37
37
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst University
Leaves from Jackson & Chicago River (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Chicago River (East)
    ID 14461
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3737
    Wait for bus
    37
    Fullerton & Sheffield (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Franklin & Lake/W Wacker (North)
    ID 15020
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    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
    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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 37, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • Is there a direct train between Van Buren & Canal (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Van Buren & Canal (West) in Chicago to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst in 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The UP-W train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Van Buren & Canal (West) in Chicago to #25| Elburn station near Elmhurst University in Elmhurst.

  • How long does it take to travel from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University by train?

    The total travel time between Van Buren & Canal (West) and Elmhurst University by train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Van Buren & Canal (West) to get to Elmhurst University?

    Get on the UP-W train from the Chicago Otc station near Van Buren & Canal (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Van Buren & Canal (West) and Elmhurst University?

    Get off the train at the #25| Elburn station, which is closest to Elmhurst University.

  • When is the first train from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The first train from Van Buren & Canal (West) in Chicago to Elmhurst University in Elmhurst is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 7:40 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University?

    The ride from Van Buren & Canal (West) to Elmhurst University costs $5.50.

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