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

From Fairmont to Northfield by bus and train

To get from Fairmont to Northfield in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 834 bus from State/Bruce station to Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF 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 42 min. The ride fare is $14.25. The bus and train schedule from Fairmont may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Northfield on the Moovit app.

282min$14.25
Bus - 834
834
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Northfield
Leaves from State/Bruce

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Fairmont
  • 2
    Bus - 834834
    Wait for bus
    834
    Branding Ln & Finley Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave)
    ID 15493
    73 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Downers Grove
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1254| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    52 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #327| Waukegan
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Indian Hill
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Northfield
    Walk to
    Northfield
    2.47 mi • 51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Fairmont to Northfield

The distance between Fairmont, Chicago and Northfield, Chicago is approximately 62.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 282 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fairmont to Northfield 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 Fairmont to Northfield

To check the bus and train schedule from Fairmont to Northfield using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fairmont) and destination (Northfield), 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 Fairmont to Northfield?

    The fastest way takes 282 minutes, using Bus line 834, Train line BNSF, Train line UP-N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Fairmont 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 42 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Fairmont to Northfield in Chicago?

    The 834 bus line goes from Branding Ln & Finley Rd station near Fairmont to Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) station near Northfield in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Fairmont and Northfield in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the 834 bus from the Branding Ln & Finley Rd stop near Fairmont in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Fairmont and Northfield in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) station, which is closest to Northfield in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Fairmont to Northfield costs $14.25.

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