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

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

To get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, 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 86 bus from South Blvd & Ridgeland (West) station to Ridgeland & Iowa (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 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 Oak Park, IL on the Moovit app.

80min$2.25

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)
10 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Ridgeland
49 min
7
Walk to bus station
South Blvd & Ridgeland (West)
ID 11725
10 yd • 1 min
8
86
Wait for bus
86
Milwaukee & Imlay Terminal (Sw)
9
Ride to bus station
Ridgeland & Iowa (North)
ID 11731
4 min
10
Walk to
Oak Park, IL
20 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus via 55 and GREEN LINE

To get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL in Oak Park, take the 55 bus from 55th Street & University (West) station to Garfield Green Line Station (West) station. Next, take the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' from Garfield (Green) station to Ridgeland station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 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 Oak Park, IL on the Moovit app.

85min$2.25

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)
10 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Ridgeland
49 min
7
Walk to
Oak Park, IL
0.63 mi • 14 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

The distance between University & 57th Street (North) and Oak Park, IL is approximately 16.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Oak Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

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

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University & 57th Street (North)) and destination (Oak Park, 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus via 55 and GREEN LINE

85min$2.25

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)
10 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Ridgeland
49 min
7
Walk to
Oak Park, IL
0.63 mi • 14 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?
The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 55, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 86.
What is the alternative route to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?
The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 55, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE.
Is there a direct bus between University & 57th Street (North) and Oak Park, IL?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.
Which bus line goes from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?
The 55 bus line goes from 55th Street & University (West) station near University & 57th Street (North) in Chicago to Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station near Oak Park, IL.
How long does it take to travel from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between University & 57th Street (North) and Oak Park, IL by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 20 min.
Where do I get on the bus near University & 57th Street (North) to get to Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, IL?
Get off the bus at the Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) stop, which is closest to Oak Park, IL.
When is the first Chicago 'L' from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?
The first Chicago 'L' from University & 57th Street (North) in Chicago to Oak Park, IL in Oak Park is Green Line. It leaves the Garfield (Green) station at 7:28 PM.
How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?
The ride from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL costs $2.25.

Last updated on April 5, 2026

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

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

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Alternative route from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus via 55 and GREEN LINE

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

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

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Alternative route from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus via 55 and GREEN LINE

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What is the fastest way to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?

What is the alternative route to get from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?

Is there a direct bus between University & 57th Street (North) and Oak Park, IL?

Which bus line goes from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?

How long does it take to travel from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL by bus and Chicago 'L'?

Where do I get on the bus near University & 57th Street (North) to get to Oak Park, IL?

Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University & 57th Street (North) and Oak Park, IL?

When is the first Chicago 'L' from University & 57th Street (North) to Oak Park, IL?

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