How to get from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University by bus and train?

From Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University by bus and train

To get from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Dee Road station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station to Psychology Building station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The bus and train schedule from Park Ridge may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Northern Illinois University on the Moovit app.

257min$10.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Walk to Northern Illinois University
Leaves from Dee Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dee Road
    1.22 mi • 25 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #642| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #29| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    88 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Psychology Building
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Northern Illinois University
    Walk to
    Northern Illinois University
    1525 W Lincoln Hwy
    1.08 mi • 22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University

The distance between Park Ridge, Dekalb and Northern Illinois University, Dekalb is approximately 80.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 257 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dekalb – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University

To check the bus and train schedule from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Park Ridge) and destination (Northern 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 Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University?

    The fastest way takes 257 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Train line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Park Ridge and Northern Illinois University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Dee Road station near Park Ridge in Chicago to Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Chicago Otc station near Northern Illinois University in Dekalb.

  • How long does it take to travel from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Park Ridge in Chicago and Northern Illinois University in Dekalb by train and bus is about 4 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Park Ridge to get to Northern Illinois University?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Dee Road station near Park Ridge in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Park Ridge and Northern Illinois University?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Northern Illinois University in Dekalb.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University?

    The ride from Park Ridge to Northern Illinois University costs $10.75.

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