How to get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train?

From Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train

To get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 136 bus from Sheridan & Thorndale (South) station to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 552 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to State St & Judson Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $11.00.

154min$11.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 136
136
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 552
552
Walk to Judson University
Leaves from Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
    ID 1035
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 136136
    Wait for bus
    136
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
    ID 1108
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| 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 - 552552
    Wait for bus
    552
    Spring Hill Mall (Ent. 3)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State St & Judson Dr
    ID 16684
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Judson University
    Walk to
    Judson University
    1151 N State St
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train via 136, MD-W and 550

To get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 136 bus from Sheridan & Thorndale (South) station to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 550 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to Big Timber Rd & State St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $11.00.

158min$11.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 136
136
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 550
550
Walk to Judson University
Leaves from Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
    ID 1035
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 136136
    Wait for bus
    136
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
    ID 1108
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| 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 - 550550
    Wait for bus
    550
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Big Timber Rd & State St
    ID 17695
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Judson University
    Walk to
    Judson University
    1151 N State St
    780 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University
The distance between Thorndale Red Line Station (West), Elgin and Judson University, Elgin is approximately 48.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 154 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Thorndale Red Line Station (West)

Thorndale Red Line Station (West) is located at Thorndale Red Line Station (West), Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Thorndale.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Thorndale Red Line Station (West):

  • Thorndale
  • Bryn Mawr
  • Loyola

Train stations close to Thorndale Red Line Station (West):

  • Peterson/Ridge

Bus stations close to Thorndale Red Line Station (West):

  • Broadway & Thorndale (North)
  • Broadway & Thorndale (South)
  • Broadway & Elmdale (North)
Public transit stations close to Judson University, Elgin

Judson University is located at 1151 N State St, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is State St & Jerusha Ave.

Train stations close to Judson University:

  • Elgin
  • National St
  • Big Timber

Bus stations close to Judson University:

  • State St & Jerusha Ave
  • Big Timber Rd & State St
  • 890 N State St
Related Routes

Alternative route from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train via 136, MD-W and 550

To get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 136 bus from Sheridan & Thorndale (South) station to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 550 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to Big Timber Rd & State St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $11.00.

158min$11.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 136
136
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 550
550
Walk to Judson University
Leaves from Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan & Thorndale (South)
    ID 1035
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 136136
    Wait for bus
    136
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
    ID 1108
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| 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 - 550550
    Wait for bus
    550
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Big Timber Rd & State St
    ID 17695
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Judson University
    Walk to
    Judson University
    1151 N State St
    780 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University?

    The fastest way takes 154 minutes, using Bus line 136, Bus line MD-W, Bus line 552.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University?

    The alternative route takes 158 minutes, using Bus line 136, Bus line MD-W, Bus line 550.

  • Is there a direct bus between Thorndale Red Line Station (West) and Judson University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University?

    The 136 bus line goes from Sheridan & Thorndale (South) station near Thorndale Red Line Station (West) in Chicago to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Adams & S. Wacker (West) station near Judson University in Elgin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Thorndale Red Line Station (West) in Chicago and Judson University in Elgin by bus and train is about 2 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to get to Judson University?

    Get on the 136 bus from the Sheridan & Thorndale (South) stop near Thorndale Red Line Station (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Thorndale Red Line Station (West) and Judson University?

    Get off the bus at the Adams & S. Wacker (West) stop, which is closest to Judson University in Elgin.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University?

    The ride from Thorndale Red Line Station (West) to Judson University costs $11.00.

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