How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Jefferson Park station. Next, take the 92 bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center station to Foster & St. Louis (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Northeastern Illinois University on the Moovit app.

54min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 92
92
Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #632| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jefferson Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9292
    Wait for bus
    92
    Berwyn & Broadway (Red Line) (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foster & St. Louis (East)
    ID 4770
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
    Walk to
    Northeastern Illinois University
    5400 North Saint Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
    810 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago is approximately 11.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University

To check the bus and train schedule from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Des Plaines Metra Station) and destination (Northeastern Illinois University), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 92.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Northeastern Illinois University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Jefferson Park station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Jefferson Park station near Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago by train and bus is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Northeastern Illinois University?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Des Plaines Metra Station and Northeastern Illinois University?

    Get off the train at the Jefferson Park stop, which is closest to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northeastern Illinois University costs $6.00.

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