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

By bus and train

To get from Cortland to Northlake in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 309 bus from 1st St & York St station to Wolf Rd & North Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $9.75.

107min$9.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Northlake
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
    Elmhurst
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    1st St & York St
    ID 6844
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    East
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wolf Rd & North Ave
    ID 6827
    8 min
  • 10
    Walk to Northlake
    Walk to
    Northlake
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Northlake

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Northlake, Chicago is approximately 45.05 mi, which can typically be travelled in 107 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Northlake 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 Northlake, Chicago

Northlake is located at Northlake, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Wolf/Country Club.

Train stations close to Northlake:

  • Mannheim
  • Berkeley
  • Bellwood

Bus stations close to Northlake:

  • Wolf/Country Club
  • Wolf/Doyle/Wiltse
  • Wolf Rd & North Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 107 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 309.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Northlake 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 one bus line and one train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Northlake in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Northlake in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 47 min.

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

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

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Northlake?

    The ride from Cortland to Northlake costs $9.75.

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