How to get from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL by bus?

Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL - Bus Schedule

The 85 bus from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 15 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL by bus

To get from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 85 bus from Milwaukee & Foster (Se) station to Central & North Ave (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 72 bus and finally take the 318 bus from North Ave & Harlem Ave station to North Ave & Roy Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Northlake, IL on the Moovit app.

75min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Bus - 72
72
Bus - 318
318
Walk to Northlake, IL
Leaves from Milwaukee & Foster (Se)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Milwaukee & Foster (Se)
    ID 9797
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central & North Ave (South)
    ID 11554
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Ave & Central (West)
    ID 15283
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Neva & North Ave (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem & North Ave (North)
    ID 1002
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Ave & Harlem Ave
    ID 7790
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 318318
    Wait for bus
    318
    Northlake Commons (137 W North Ave)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Ave & Roy Ave
    ID 8853
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Northlake, IL
    Walk to
    Northlake, IL
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL

The distance between Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) and Northlake, IL is approximately 12.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Northlake – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 85, Bus line 72, Bus line 318.

  • Is there a direct bus between Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) and Northlake, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL?

    The 85 bus line goes from Milwaukee & Foster (Se) station near Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) in Chicago to Central & North Ave (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Central & North Ave (South) station near Northlake, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL by bus?

    The total travel time between Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) and Northlake, IL by bus is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to get to Northlake, IL?

    Get on the 85 bus from the Milwaukee & Foster (Se) stop near Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) and Northlake, IL?

    Get off the bus at the Central & North Ave (South) stop, which is closest to Northlake, IL.

  • How much is the bus fare from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL?

    The ride from Foster & Milwaukee (Sw) to Northlake, IL costs $2.25.

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