How to get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest by Chicago 'L' and train?

From Melrose Park to Oak Forest by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the UP-W train from Melrose Park station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BROWN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the RI train from Lasalle Street station to Oak Forest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $11.75. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Oak Forest on the Moovit app.

101min$11.75
Train - UP-WUP-W
Chicago 'L' - BROWN LINE
Train - RIRI
Walk to Oak Forest
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #30| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BROWN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BROWN LINE
    Kimball
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Lasalle/Van Buren
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lasalle Street
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #407| Joliet
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oak Forest
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Oak Forest
    Walk to
    Oak Forest
    Le Claire Avenue
    0.52 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Melrose Park to Oak Forest by bus and train

To get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Melrose Park station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 1 bus and finally take the RI train from Lasalle Street station to Oak Forest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Oak Forest on the Moovit app.

101min$11.50
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1
1
Train - RIRI
Walk to Oak Forest
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #30| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Canal (East)
    ID 67
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Michigan & 34th Street (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Financial Place (East)
    ID 69
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lasalle Street
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #407| Joliet
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oak Forest
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Oak Forest
    Walk to
    Oak Forest
    Le Claire Avenue
    0.52 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Melrose Park to Oak Forest

The distance between Melrose Park and Oak Forest is approximately 33.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melrose Park to Oak Forest by Chicago 'L' and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Oak Forest – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Train schedule from Melrose Park to Oak Forest

To check the Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Melrose Park to Oak Forest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melrose Park) and destination (Oak Forest), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' 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 Chicago 'L' and train schedules.

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From Melrose Park to Oak Forest by bus and train

To get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-W train from Melrose Park station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 1 bus and finally take the RI train from Lasalle Street station to Oak Forest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The Chicago 'L' and train schedule from Melrose Park may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and train schedule to Oak Forest on the Moovit app.

101min$11.50
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1
1
Train - RIRI
Walk to Oak Forest
Leaves from Melrose Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melrose Park
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #30| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Canal (East)
    ID 67
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Michigan & 34th Street (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Financial Place (East)
    ID 69
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lasalle Street
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - RIRI
    Wait for train
    RI
    #407| Joliet
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oak Forest
    35 min
  • 10
    Walk to Oak Forest
    Walk to
    Oak Forest
    Le Claire Avenue
    0.52 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Train line UP-W, Chicago 'L' line BROWN LINE, Train line RI.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Melrose Park to Oak Forest?

    The alternative route takes 101 minutes, using Train line UP-W, Bus line 1, Train line RI.

  • Is there a direct train between Melrose Park and Oak Forest?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which train line goes from Melrose Park to Oak Forest?

    The UP-W train line goes from #30| Chicago Otc station near Melrose Park in Melrose Park to Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one Chicago 'L' line till Chicago Otc station near Oak Forest.

  • How long does it take to travel from Melrose Park to Oak Forest by train and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Melrose Park and Oak Forest by train and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Melrose Park to get to Oak Forest?

    Get on the UP-W train from the #30| Chicago Otc station near Melrose Park in Melrose Park.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Melrose Park and Oak Forest?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Oak Forest.

  • How much is the total train and Chicago 'L' fare from Melrose Park to Oak Forest?

    The ride from Melrose Park to Oak Forest costs $11.75.

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