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How to get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by bus?

From Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by bus

To get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, take the 21 bus from Cermak/Central station to Cermak & Central Park (East) station. Next, take the 82 bus from Central Park & Cermak (North) station to Kimball & Catalpa (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Cermak/Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Northeastern Illinois University on the Moovit app.

85min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 21
21
Bus - 82
82
Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
Leaves from Cermak/Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cermak/Central
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    25th Street & Michigan (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cermak & Central Park (East)
    ID 17187
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park & Cermak (North)
    ID 11215
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Lincolnwood Town Center (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kimball & Catalpa (North)
    ID 11290
    59 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
    Walk to
    Northeastern Illinois University
    5400 North Saint Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from 54th/Cermak station to Central Park station. Next, take the 82 bus from Central Park & Ogden (Pink Line) (North) station to Kimball & Catalpa (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from Cermak/Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Northeastern Illinois University on the Moovit app.

83min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Bus - 82
82
Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
Leaves from 54th/Cermak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    54th/Cermak
    590 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Central Park
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park & Ogden (Pink Line) (North)
    ID 11216
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Lincolnwood Town Center (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kimball & Catalpa (North)
    ID 11290
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
    Walk to
    Northeastern Illinois University
    5400 North Saint Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University

The distance between Cermak/Central, Chicago and Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago is approximately 12.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University

To check the bus schedule from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cermak/Central) and destination (Northeastern Illinois University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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From Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from 54th/Cermak station to Central Park station. Next, take the 82 bus from Central Park & Ogden (Pink Line) (North) station to Kimball & Catalpa (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from Cermak/Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Northeastern Illinois University on the Moovit app.

83min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Bus - 82
82
Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
Leaves from 54th/Cermak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    54th/Cermak
    590 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Central Park
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park & Ogden (Pink Line) (North)
    ID 11216
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8282
    Wait for bus
    82
    Lincolnwood Town Center (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kimball & Catalpa (North)
    ID 11290
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northeastern Illinois University
    Walk to
    Northeastern Illinois University
    5400 North Saint Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 82.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Bus line 82.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cermak/Central and Northeastern Illinois University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The 21 bus line goes from Cermak/Central station near Cermak/Central in Cicero to 25th Street & Michigan (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 25th Street & Michigan (East) station near Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University by bus?

    The total travel time between Cermak/Central in Cicero and Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago by bus is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cermak/Central to get to Northeastern Illinois University?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Cermak/Central stop near Cermak/Central in Cicero.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cermak/Central and Northeastern Illinois University?

    Get off the bus at the 25th Street & Michigan (East) stop, which is closest to Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University?

    The ride from Cermak/Central to Northeastern Illinois University costs $2.25.

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