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

By bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Lisle 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 BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Lisle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $13.75.

244min$13.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Lisle
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
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lisle
    56 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lisle
    Walk to
    Lisle
    170 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Lisle

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Lisle, Chicago is approximately 88.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 244 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Lisle 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 Lisle, Chicago

Lisle is located at Lisle, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Ogden Ave / Spencer Ave.

Train stations close to Lisle:

  • Lisle
  • Belmont

Bus stations close to Lisle:

  • Ogden Ave / Spencer Ave
  • Ogden Ave & Main St
  • Ogden Ave & Chelsea Ave

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 244 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line BNSF.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 4 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Lisle 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 Lisle station near Lisle in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Lisle in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 4 min.

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

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

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

    The ride from Dekalb to Lisle costs $13.75.

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