How to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL - Bus Schedule

The 55 bus from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-3 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 44 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 55 bus from 55th Street & University (West) station to Garfield Green Line Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 318 bus from Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) station to North Ave & Roy Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from University & 57th Street (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Northlake, IL on the Moovit app.

104min$2.25

318

Leaves from 55th Street & University (West)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
55th Street & University (West)
ID 15753
480 yd • 6 min
2
55
Wait for bus
55
Midway Orange Line Station (Sw)
3
Ride to bus station
Garfield Green Line Station (West)
ID 10582
6 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Garfield (Green)
20 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harlem/Lake
51 min
7
Walk to bus station
Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
ID 8680
90 yd • 2 min
8
318
Wait for bus
318
North Ave & Wolf Rd
9
Ride to bus station
North Ave & Roy Ave
ID 8853
23 min
10
Walk to
Northlake, IL
60 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL

The distance between University & 57th Street (North) and Northlake, IL is approximately 23.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University & 57th Street (North) 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 University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University & 57th Street (North)) 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 University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL?
The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 55, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 318.
Is there a direct bus between University & 57th Street (North) 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 44 min.
Which bus line goes from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL?
The 55 bus line goes from 55th Street & University (West) station near University & 57th Street (North) in Chicago to Garfield Green Line Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Garfield Green Line Station (West) station near Northlake, IL.
How long does it take to travel from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between University & 57th Street (North) and Northlake, IL by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 44 min.
Where do I get on the bus near University & 57th Street (North) to get to Northlake, IL?
Get on the 55 bus from the 55th Street & University (West) stop near University & 57th Street (North) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University & 57th Street (North) and Northlake, IL?
Get off the bus at the Garfield Green Line Station (West) stop, which is closest to Northlake, IL.
How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL?
The ride from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL costs $2.25.

Last updated on October 31, 2026

How to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL - Bus Schedule

From University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from University & 57th Street (North) to Northlake, IL

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