How to get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by bus and train?

From Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by bus and train

To get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MD-N train from Forest Glen station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER train and finally take the 832 bus from Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St) station to 9th/State station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lockport, IL on the Moovit app.

164min
Walk to train station
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
Bus - 832
832
Walk to Lockport, IL
Leaves from Forest Glen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Glen
    0.86 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Kansas City
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joliet Union Station (Scott St & Jefferson St)
    ID 37266
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 832832
    Wait for bus
    832
    Herion Way at Wheeler
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    9th/State
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lockport, IL
    Walk to
    Lockport, IL
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by bus and train via MD-N, LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER and 834

To get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MD-N train from Forest Glen station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER train and finally take the 834 bus from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr station to State St & 10th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lockport, IL on the Moovit app.

163min
Walk to train station
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
Bus - 834
834
Walk to Lockport, IL
Leaves from Forest Glen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Glen
    0.86 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Kansas City
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr
    ID 37510
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State St & 10th St
    ID 15366
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lockport, IL
    Walk to
    Lockport, IL
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL

The distance between Central/Elston and Lockport, IL is approximately 55.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lockport – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL

To check the bus and train schedule from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central/Elston) and destination (Lockport, IL), 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 Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by bus and train via MD-N, LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER and 834

To get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MD-N train from Forest Glen station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER train and finally take the 834 bus from Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr station to State St & 10th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Central/Elston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lockport, IL on the Moovit app.

163min
Walk to train station
Train - MD-NMD-N
Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
Bus - 834
834
Walk to Lockport, IL
Leaves from Forest Glen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Forest Glen
    0.86 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2126| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNERLINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER
    Kansas City
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jefferson St & Mayor Art Schultz Dr
    ID 37510
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State St & 10th St
    ID 15366
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lockport, IL
    Walk to
    Lockport, IL
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Train line MD-N, Train line LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER, Bus line 832.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL?

    The alternative route takes 163 minutes, using Train line MD-N, Train line LINCOLN SERVICE MISSOURI RIVER RUNNER, Bus line 834.

  • Is there a direct train between Central/Elston and Lockport, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL?

    The MD-N train line goes from Forest Glen station near Central/Elston in Chicago to #2126| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #2126| Chicago Union Station station near Lockport, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central/Elston to Lockport, IL by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Central/Elston and Lockport, IL by train and bus is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Central/Elston to get to Lockport, IL?

    Get on the MD-N train from the Forest Glen station near Central/Elston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Central/Elston and Lockport, IL?

    Get off the train at the #2126| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Lockport, IL.

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