How to get from Downers Grove to Northbrook by train?

From Downers Grove to Northbrook by train

To get from Downers Grove to Northbrook in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Belmont station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the MD-N train from Chicago Union Station station to Lake-Cook station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $12.25.

144min$12.25
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-NMD-N
Walk to Northbrook
Leaves from Belmont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Downers Grove
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1250| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-NMD-N
    Wait for train
    MD-N
    #2111| Grayslake
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lake-Cook
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to Northbrook
    Walk to
    Northbrook
    2.41 mi • 50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downers Grove to Northbrook

The distance between Downers Grove, Chicago and Northbrook, Chicago is approximately 48.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downers Grove to Northbrook by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Downers Grove

Downers Grove is located at Downers Grove, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Belmont.

Train stations close to Downers Grove:

  • Belmont
  • Downers Grove
  • Lisle

Public transit stations close to Northbrook, Chicago

Northbrook is located at Northbrook, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lake Cook Rd & Saunders Rd / Sanders Rd.

Train stations close to Northbrook:

  • Deerfield
  • Lake-Cook
  • Wheeling

Bus stations close to Northbrook:

  • Lake Cook Rd & Saunders Rd / Sanders Rd
  • Lake Cook Rd & Takeda Pkwy / Pointe Dr
  • Lake Cook Rd & Wilmot Rd

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Northbrook?

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line MD-N.

  • Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Northbrook in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downers Grove to Northbrook in Chicago?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1250| Chicago Union Station station near Downers Grove to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Union Station station near Northbrook in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Downers Grove to Northbrook in Chicago by train?

    The total travel time between Downers Grove and Northbrook in Chicago by train is about 2 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downers Grove to get to Northbrook in Chicago?

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1250| Chicago Union Station station near Downers Grove in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downers Grove and Northbrook in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station station, which is closest to Northbrook in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Downers Grove to Northbrook?

    The ride from Downers Grove to Northbrook costs $12.25.