How to get from Elmhurst to Ford Heights by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Elmhurst to Ford Heights by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Elmhurst to Ford Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take 4 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 301 bus from York/Butterfield station to Forest Park Cta Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L', then the J14 bus, then the 353 bus and finally take the 358 bus from Torrence Ave & Entrance Rd station to Torrence Ave & Eagle Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Elmhurst may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Ford Heights on the Moovit app.

210min$2.25
Bus - 301
301
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - J14
J14
Bus - 353
353
Bus - 358
358
Leaves from York/Butterfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Elmhurst
  • 2
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    East
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Forest Park
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal (Se)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal (Se)
    ID 14155
    48 min
  • 10
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    103rd St. Cta Terminal
    ID 35617
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 11
    Bus - 353353
    Wait for bus
    353
    South
  • 12
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1299 Torrence Ave
    ID 3776
    42 min
  • 13
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Torrence Ave & Entrance Rd
    ID 3850
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 14
    Bus - 358358
    Wait for bus
    358
    South
  • 15
    Ride to bus station Torrence Ave & Eagle Dr
    Ride to bus station
    Torrence Ave & Eagle Dr
    ID 3884
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elmhurst to Ford Heights

The distance between Elmhurst, Chicago and Ford Heights, Chicago is approximately 53.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 210 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elmhurst to Ford Heights by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Elmhurst to Ford Heights

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Elmhurst to Ford Heights using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Elmhurst) and destination (Ford Heights), 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 Elmhurst to Ford Heights?

    The fastest way takes 210 minutes, using Bus line 301, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line J14, Bus line 353, Bus line 358.

  • Is there a direct bus between Elmhurst and Ford Heights in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 4 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Elmhurst to Ford Heights in Chicago?

    The 301 bus line goes from East station near Elmhurst to Forest Park Cta Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Forest Park Cta Station station near Ford Heights in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Elmhurst to Ford Heights in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Elmhurst and Ford Heights in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 3 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Elmhurst to get to Ford Heights in Chicago?

    Get on the 301 bus from the East stop near Elmhurst in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Elmhurst and Ford Heights in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Forest Park Cta Station stop, which is closest to Ford Heights in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Elmhurst to Ford Heights?

    The ride from Elmhurst to Ford Heights costs $2.25.

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