How to get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL - Bus Schedule

The X49 bus from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL runs from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with departures every 5 min-5 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the X49 bus from 79th & Western Terminal station to Western & Van Buren (Blue Line) (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 318 bus from Forest Park Cta Station - Bus Stop C station to North Ave & Roy Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Northlake, IL on the Moovit app.

111min$2.25

X49

318

Leaves from 79th & Western Terminal

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
79th & Western Terminal
230 yd • 3 min
2
X49
Wait for bus
X49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
3
Ride to bus station
Western & Van Buren (Blue Line) (North)
ID 17890
43 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
110 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
BLUE LINE
Forest Park
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Forest Park
27 min
7
Walk to bus station
Forest Park Cta Station - Bus Stop C
ID 37716
50 yd • 1 min
8
318
Wait for bus
318
Northlake Commons (137 W North Ave)
9
Ride to bus station
North Ave & Roy Ave
ID 8853
30 min
10
Walk to
Northlake, IL
60 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL

The distance between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Northlake, IL is approximately 23.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 111 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Northlake – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street & Western Terminal (East)) and destination (Northlake, IL), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and 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 Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL?
The fastest way takes 111 minutes, using Bus line X49, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 318.
Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Northlake, IL?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 51 min.
Which bus line goes from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL?
The X49 bus line goes from 79th & Western Terminal near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) in Chicago to Western & Van Buren (Blue Line) (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Western & Van Buren (Blue Line) (North) station near Northlake, IL.
How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Northlake, IL by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 51 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to get to Northlake, IL?
Get on the X49 bus from the 79th & Western Terminal near 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) and Northlake, IL?
Get off the bus at the Western & Van Buren (Blue Line) (North) stop, which is closest to Northlake, IL.
How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL?
The ride from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL costs $2.25.

Last updated on November 7, 2026

How to get from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL - Bus Schedule

From 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) to Northlake, IL

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