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

From Cortland to Northfield by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Northfield in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: 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 UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Indian Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $15.75.

258min$15.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Northfield
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
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #327| Waukegan
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Indian Hill
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Northfield
    Walk to
    Northfield
    2.47 mi • 51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Northfield

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Northfield, Chicago is approximately 76.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 258 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Northfield 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 Northfield, Chicago

Northfield is located at Northfield, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Happ Rd & Illinois Rd.

Train stations close to Northfield:

  • Indian Hill
  • Hubbard Woods
  • Glenview

Bus stations close to Northfield:

  • Happ Rd & Illinois Rd
  • Illinois Rd & Happ Rd
  • Illinois Rd & New Trier Ct

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 258 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Train line UP-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Northfield 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 2 train lines till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Northfield in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Northfield in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 18 min.

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

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Cortland to Northfield?

    The ride from Cortland to Northfield costs $15.75.

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