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

From Wilmette to Geneva by bus and train

To get from Wilmette to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 421 bus from Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave station to Central Ave & Green Bay Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $12.50.

204min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 421
421
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave
    ID 984
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 421421
    Wait for bus
    421
    Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Ave & Green Bay Rd
    ID 1632
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wilmette
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    33 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 9
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Wilmette to Geneva by bus and train via 422, UP-N and UP-W

To get from Wilmette to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 422 bus from Lake / Edens Plaza station to Wilmette Metra (Central Ave & 12th St) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $12.50.

186min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 422
422
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Lake / Edens Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake / Edens Plaza
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilmette Metra (Central Ave & 12th St)
    ID 1052
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wilmette
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #324| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    66 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 9
    Walk to Geneva
    Walk to
    Geneva
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wilmette to Geneva

The distance between Wilmette, Chicago and Geneva, Chicago is approximately 54.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 204 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wilmette to Geneva 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 Wilmette

Wilmette is located at Wilmette, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Laramie Ave & Greenwood Ave.

Train stations close to Wilmette:

  • Glenview
  • Kenilworth
  • Indian Hill

Bus stations close to Wilmette:

  • Laramie Ave & Greenwood Ave
  • Loyola Academy
  • Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave

Public transit stations close to Geneva, Chicago

Geneva is located at Geneva, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is State St & Anderson Blvd.

Train stations close to Geneva:

  • Geneva

Bus stations close to Geneva:

  • State St & Anderson Blvd
  • State St & 8th St
  • 3rd St & Fulton St

Alternative route from Wilmette to Geneva by bus and train via 422, UP-N and UP-W

To get from Wilmette to Geneva in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 422 bus from Lake / Edens Plaza station to Wilmette Metra (Central Ave & 12th St) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Geneva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $12.50.

186min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 422
422
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Geneva
Leaves from Lake / Edens Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake / Edens Plaza
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilmette Metra (Central Ave & 12th St)
    ID 1052
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wilmette
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #324| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    66 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    70 min
  • 9
    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 Wilmette to Geneva?

    The fastest way takes 204 minutes, using Bus line 421, Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W.

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

    The alternative route takes 186 minutes, using Bus line 422, Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 24 min.

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

    The 421 bus line goes from Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave station near Wilmette to Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St) station near Geneva in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Wilmette and Geneva in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 24 min.

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

    Get on the 421 bus from the Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave stop near Wilmette in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St) station, which is closest to Geneva in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Wilmette to Geneva costs $12.50.