How to get from Dekalb to Kenilworth by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Kenilworth in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Kenilworth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $12.50.

187min$12.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 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
    #26| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    72 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #313| Winnetka
  • 8
    Ride to train station Kenilworth
    Ride to train station
    Kenilworth
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Kenilworth

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Kenilworth, Chicago is approximately 78.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 187 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Kenilworth 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 Dekalb

Dekalb is located at Dekalb, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432.

Bus stations close to Dekalb:

  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432
  • University Cir (Dusable) 2l / 2r Stop #538
  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 17 Stop #634

Public transit stations close to Kenilworth, Chicago

Kenilworth is located at Kenilworth, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Green Bay Rd & Park Dr.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Kenilworth:

  • Linden

Train stations close to Kenilworth:

  • Kenilworth
  • Indian Hill
  • Wilmette

Bus stations close to Kenilworth:

  • Green Bay Rd & Park Dr
  • Green Bay Rd & Kenilworth Ave
  • Green Bay Rd & Wayland Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dekalb to Kenilworth?

    The fastest way takes 187 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dekalb and Kenilworth in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Kenilworth in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Kenilworth station near Kenilworth in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Kenilworth in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb to get to Kenilworth in Chicago?

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Dekalb in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dekalb and Kenilworth in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Kenilworth station, which is closest to Kenilworth in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Dekalb to Kenilworth?

    The ride from Dekalb to Kenilworth costs $12.50.

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