How to get from Cortland to Hillside by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Cortland to Hillside in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 330 bus from Mannheim/St. Charles station to Mannheim/Harrison/Gladstone station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $10.25.

150min$10.25
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 330
330
Walk to Hillside
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellwood
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannheim/St. Charles
    ID 10488
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mannheim/Harrison/Gladstone
    ID 10478
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Hillside
    Walk to
    Hillside
    1.2 mi • 25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 12 and UP-W

To get from Cortland to Hillside in Chicago, take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Bellwood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $8.25.

145min$8.25
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Hillside
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellwood
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hillside
    Walk to
    Hillside
    2.09 mi • 43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Hillside

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Hillside, Chicago is approximately 48.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Hillside 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 Hillside, Chicago

Hillside is located at Hillside, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Wolf Rd & Harrison St.

Train stations close to Hillside:

  • Bellwood
  • Melrose Park
  • Berkeley

Bus stations close to Hillside:

  • Wolf Rd & Harrison St
  • Wolf/Harrison(Nw)
  • Harrison St & Wolf Rd

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 12 and UP-W

To get from Cortland to Hillside in Chicago, take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Bellwood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $8.25.

145min$8.25
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Hillside
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellwood
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to Hillside
    Walk to
    Hillside
    2.09 mi • 43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to Hillside?

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 330.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cortland to Hillside?

    The alternative route takes 145 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cortland and Hillside in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Hillside in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Hillside in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Hillside in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop, which is closest to Hillside in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Hillside?

    The ride from Cortland to Hillside costs $10.25.

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