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

From Cortland to Lyons by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Lyons in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 311 bus from Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line station to 47th St & Center Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

160min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 311
311
Walk to Lyons
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
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line
    ID 7150
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    47th St & Center Ave
    ID 7095
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lyons
    Walk to
    Lyons
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Cortland to Lyons by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 307

To get from Cortland to Lyons in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 307 bus from Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) station to Harlem Ave & 47th St/46th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

162min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 307
307
Walk to Lyons
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
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
    ID 8739
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem Ave & 47th St/46th St
    ID 8778
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lyons
    Walk to
    Lyons
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Lyons

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Lyons, Chicago is approximately 56.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Lyons 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 Lyons, Chicago

Lyons is located at Lyons, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is 47th St & Joliet Ave.

Train stations close to Lyons:

  • Riverside
  • Hollywood
  • Harlem Avenue

Bus stations close to Lyons:

  • 47th St & Joliet Ave
  • 47th/Lawndale
  • 47th St & Center Ave

Related Routes

Alternative route from Cortland to Lyons by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 307

To get from Cortland to Lyons in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 307 bus from Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) station to Harlem Ave & 47th St/46th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

162min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 307
307
Walk to Lyons
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
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
    ID 8739
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem Ave & 47th St/46th St
    ID 8778
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Lyons
    Walk to
    Lyons
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 311.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cortland to Lyons?

    The alternative route takes 162 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 307.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Lyons 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 one bus line and one train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Lyons in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Lyons in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 40 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop, which is closest to Lyons in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Lyons?

    The ride from Cortland to Lyons costs $10.75.

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