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

By bus and train

To get from Cortland to Libertyville in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: 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 MD-N train from Chicago Union Station station to Prairie Crossing station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $17.75.

309min$17.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - MD-NMD-N
Walk to Libertyville
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
    #44| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2117| Fox Lake
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Prairie Crossing
    73 min
  • 10
    Walk to Libertyville
    Walk to
    Libertyville
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Libertyville

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Libertyville, Chicago is approximately 98.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 309 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Libertyville 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 Libertyville, Chicago

Libertyville is located at Libertyville, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Route 45 & Casey Rd.

Train stations close to Libertyville:

  • Prairie Crossing
  • Prairie Crossing.
  • Grayslake

Bus stations close to Libertyville:

  • Route 45 & Casey Rd

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 309 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line MD-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Libertyville 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 2 train lines till Libertyville station near Libertyville in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Libertyville in Chicago by bus and train is about 5 hr 9 min.

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

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Cortland to Libertyville?

    The ride from Cortland to Libertyville costs $17.75.

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