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

From Chicago to Geneva by bus and train

To get from Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Geneva on the Moovit app.

110min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago to Geneva by bus and train via X49, 157 and UP-W

To get from Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & Roosevelt (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 157 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Geneva on the Moovit app.

129min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - X49
X49
Bus - 157
157
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Madison (South)
    ID 14546
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Roosevelt (South)
    ID 14554
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Roosevelt (North)
    ID 6681
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 10
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Geneva

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Geneva, Chicago is approximately 38.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 110 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Geneva by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Chicago to Geneva

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

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Alternative route from Chicago to Geneva by bus and train via X49, 157 and UP-W

To get from Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (South) station to Western & Roosevelt (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 157 bus and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Geneva on the Moovit app.

129min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - X49
X49
Bus - 157
157
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Western & Madison (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Madison (South)
    ID 14546
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Roosevelt (South)
    ID 14554
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Roosevelt (North)
    ID 6681
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 10
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 110 minutes, using Bus line 20, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Geneva?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Bus line X49, Bus line 157, Train line UP-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 50 min.

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

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Chicago to Columbus & Randolph (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Columbus & Randolph (South) station near Geneva in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago and Geneva in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 50 min.

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

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Western (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Columbus & Randolph (South) station, which is closest to Geneva in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago to Geneva?

    The ride from Chicago to Geneva costs $9.00.

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