How to get from Chicago to Elwood by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chicago to Elwood in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Lasalle (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RI train and finally take the 511 bus from Pace Transit Center Bay L station to Mississippi St & Centerpoint Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $11.00.

199min$11.00
Bus - 20
20
Train - RIRI
Bus - 511
511
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Lasalle (East)
    ID 446
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lasalle Street
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #417| Joliet
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet
    80 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pace Transit Center Bay L
    ID 37547
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 511511
    Wait for bus
    511
    Mississippi/Deer Run
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Mississippi St & Centerpoint Way
    Ride to bus station
    Mississippi St & Centerpoint Way
    ID 37238
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Elwood

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Elwood, Chicago is approximately 58.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Elwood by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Madison & Western (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
  • California-Green
  • Illinois Medical District

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Madison & Western (East)
  • Madison & Western (West)
  • Western & Madison (South)

Public transit stations close to Elwood, Chicago

Elwood is located at Elwood, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Mississippi St & Centerpoint Way.

Bus stations close to Elwood:

  • Mississippi St & Centerpoint Way
  • 21705 W Mississippi St
  • Mississippi St & Diagonal Rd

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Elwood?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line RI, Bus line 511.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Elwood in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Elwood in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Washington & Wabash (East) station near Chicago to Washington & Lasalle (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Washington & Lasalle (East) station near Elwood in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Elwood in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Elwood in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Elwood in Chicago?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Washington & Wabash (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Elwood in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Washington & Lasalle (East) stop, which is closest to Elwood in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Chicago to Elwood?

    The ride from Chicago to Elwood costs $11.00.

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