How to get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park by train?

From Downers Grove to Elmwood Park by train

To get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Belmont station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Mont Clare station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $10.50.

98min$10.50
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elmwood Park
Leaves from Belmont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mont Clare
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elmwood Park
    Walk to
    Elmwood Park
    650 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Downers Grove to Elmwood Park by bus and train

To get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Belmont station to Downers Grove station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the 307 bus from Harlem Ave & Windsor Ave station to Grand/Neva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

101min$9.50
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 307
307
Walk to Elmwood Park
Leaves from Belmont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Downers Grove
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1304| Chicago Union Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Harlem Avenue
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem Ave & Windsor Ave
    ID 6359
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Grand/Nordica (Cta Terminal)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand/Neva
    ID 9617
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmwood Park
    Walk to
    Elmwood Park
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park

The distance between Downers Grove, Chicago and Elmwood Park, Chicago is approximately 32.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Downers Grove

Downers Grove is located at Downers Grove, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lisle.

Train stations close to Downers Grove:

  • Lisle
  • Fairview Ave.
  • Downers Grove

Public transit stations close to Elmwood Park, Chicago

Elmwood Park is located at Elmwood Park, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Harlem Ave & Grand Ave (Sw).

Train stations close to Elmwood Park:

  • Mont Clare
  • Mars
  • Galewood

Bus stations close to Elmwood Park:

  • Harlem Ave & Grand Ave (Sw)
  • Harlem & Grand (South)
  • Grand/Neva

Related Routes

From Downers Grove to Elmwood Park by bus and train

To get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Belmont station to Downers Grove station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the 307 bus from Harlem Ave & Windsor Ave station to Grand/Neva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $9.50.

101min$9.50
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 307
307
Walk to Elmwood Park
Leaves from Belmont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Downers Grove
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1304| Chicago Union Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Harlem Avenue
    35 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem Ave & Windsor Ave
    ID 6359
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Grand/Nordica (Cta Terminal)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand/Neva
    ID 9617
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmwood Park
    Walk to
    Elmwood Park
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park?

    The alternative route takes 101 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line BNSF, Bus line 307.

  • Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Elmwood Park in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park in Chicago?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Downers Grove to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Union Station station near Elmwood Park in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park in Chicago by train?

    The total travel time between Downers Grove and Elmwood Park in Chicago by train is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downers Grove to get to Elmwood Park in Chicago?

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Downers Grove in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downers Grove and Elmwood Park in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station station, which is closest to Elmwood Park in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park?

    The ride from Downers Grove to Elmwood Park costs $10.50.

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