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How to get from North Chicago to Geneva by train?

From North Chicago to Geneva by train

To get from North Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Great Lakes station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $13.50.

216min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    0.58 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    63 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From North Chicago to Geneva by bus and train

To get from North Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Great Lakes station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 801 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to 3rd St & James St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

245min$15.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 801
801
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    0.58 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2213| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
    ID 37480
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    Geneva Metra Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station 3rd St & James St
    Ride to bus station
    3rd St & James St
    ID 11832
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from North Chicago to Geneva

The distance between North Chicago, Chicago and Geneva, Chicago is approximately 68.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 216 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Chicago to Geneva by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

From North Chicago to Geneva by bus and train

To get from North Chicago to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Great Lakes station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 801 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to 3rd St & James St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

245min$15.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 801
801
Leaves from Great Lakes

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Great Lakes
    0.58 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2213| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
    ID 37480
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    Geneva Metra Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station 3rd St & James St
    Ride to bus station
    3rd St & James St
    ID 11832
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 216 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Train line UP-W.

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

    The alternative route takes 245 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Train line MD-W, Bus line 801.

  • Is there a direct train between North Chicago and Geneva in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from North Chicago to Geneva in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Great Lakes station near North Chicago to #322| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #322| Chicago Otc station near Geneva in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between North Chicago and Geneva in Chicago by train is about 3 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the Great Lakes station near North Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the #322| Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Geneva in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from North Chicago to Geneva?

    The ride from North Chicago to Geneva costs $13.50.