How to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train?

From 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train

To get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Chicago Union Station 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 21 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Judson University on the Moovit app.

141min$12.50

BNSF

MD-W

552

Leaves from Western Avenue

Step by Step

1
Walk to train station
Western Avenue
470 yd • 6 min
2
BNSF
Wait for train
BNSF
#1232| Chicago Union Station
3
Ride to train station
Chicago Union Station
10 min
4
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
5
Ride to train station
Elgin
75 min
6
Walk to bus station
Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
ID 37480
60 yd • 1 min
7
552
Wait for bus
552
Spring Hill / Cinemark
8
Ride to bus station
State St & Judson Dr
ID 16684
6 min
9
Walk to
Judson University
1151 N State St
420 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train via 49, MD-W and 552

To get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 49 bus from Western & 18th Place (North) station to Western & Hubbard (North) 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 15 min. The ride fare is $6.55. The bus and train schedule from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Judson University on the Moovit app.

135min$6.55

MD-W

552

Leaves from Western & 18th Place (North)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Western & 18th Place (North)
ID 8364
460 yd • 6 min
2
49
Wait for bus
49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
3
Ride to bus station
Western & Hubbard (North)
ID 8384
16 min
4
Walk to train station
Western Ave
130 yd • 2 min
5
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
6
Ride to train station
Elgin
66 min
7
Walk to bus station
Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
ID 37480
60 yd • 1 min
8
552
Wait for bus
552
Spring Hill / Cinemark
9
Ride to bus station
State St & Judson Dr
ID 16684
6 min
10
Walk to
Judson University
1151 N State St
420 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University

The distance between 18th Street & Leavitt (East), Elgin and Judson University, Elgin is approximately 42.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) 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.

Bus And Train schedule from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University

To check the bus and train schedule from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (18th Street & Leavitt (East)) and destination (Judson University), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train via 49, MD-W and 552

135min$6.55

MD-W

552

Leaves from Western & 18th Place (North)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Western & 18th Place (North)
ID 8364
460 yd • 6 min
2
49
Wait for bus
49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
3
Ride to bus station
Western & Hubbard (North)
ID 8384
16 min
4
Walk to train station
Western Ave
130 yd • 2 min
5
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2209| Big Timber
6
Ride to train station
Elgin
66 min
7
Walk to bus station
Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
ID 37480
60 yd • 1 min
8
552
Wait for bus
552
Spring Hill / Cinemark
9
Ride to bus station
State St & Judson Dr
ID 16684
6 min
10
Walk to
Judson University
1151 N State St
420 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?
The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W, Bus line 552.
What is the alternative route to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?
The alternative route takes 135 minutes, using Bus line 49, Train line MD-W, Bus line 552.
Is there a direct train between 18th Street & Leavitt (East) and Judson University?
No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.
Which train line goes from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?
The BNSF train line goes from Western Avenue station near 18th Street & Leavitt (East) in Chicago to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Chicago Union Station station near Judson University in Elgin.
How long does it take to travel from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by train and bus?
The total travel time between 18th Street & Leavitt (East) in Chicago and Judson University in Elgin by train and bus is about 2 hr 21 min.
Where do I get on the train near 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to get to Judson University?
Get on the BNSF train from the Western Avenue station near 18th Street & Leavitt (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the train when travelling between 18th Street & Leavitt (East) and Judson University?
Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Judson University in Elgin.
How much is the total train and bus fare from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?
The ride from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University costs $12.50.

Last updated on June 6, 2026

How to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train?

From 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train

Step by Step

Alternative route from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train via 49, MD-W and 552

Step by Step

Public transit directions from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University

Bus And Train schedule from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University

Related Routes

Alternative route from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by bus and train via 49, MD-W and 552

Step by Step

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?

What is the alternative route to get from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?

Is there a direct train between 18th Street & Leavitt (East) and Judson University?

Which train line goes from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?

How long does it take to travel from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University by train and bus?

Where do I get on the train near 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to get to Judson University?

Where do I get off the train when travelling between 18th Street & Leavitt (East) and Judson University?

How much is the total train and bus fare from 18th Street & Leavitt (East) to Judson University?

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