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How to get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by bus?

From Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by bus

To get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL in Oak Park, take the 78 bus from Montrose & Central (West) station to Montrose & Narragansett (West) station. Next, take the 86 bus from Narragansett & Montrose (South) station to Ridgeland & Iowa (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Montrose & Central (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Oak Park, IL on the Moovit app.

43min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 78
78
Bus - 86
86
Walk to Oak Park, IL
Leaves from Montrose & Central (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montrose & Central (West)
    ID 15885
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7878
    Wait for bus
    78
    Forest Preserve Avenue & Harlem/Irving Park (Sw)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Montrose & Narragansett (West)
    ID 11420
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Narragansett & Montrose (South)
    ID 15765
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Lake Street & Cuyler (Green Line) (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridgeland & Iowa (South)
    ID 11717
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oak Park, IL
    Walk to
    Oak Park, IL
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 85 bus from Central & Montrose (South) station to Central & Lake (Green Line) (South) 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 49 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Montrose & Central (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Oak Park, IL on the Moovit app.

49min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 86
86
Walk to Oak Park, IL
Leaves from Central & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central & Montrose (South)
    ID 11525
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central & Lake (Green Line) (South)
    ID 11566
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Central (Green)
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ridgeland
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Blvd & Ridgeland (West)
    ID 11725
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Milwaukee & Imlay Terminal (Sw)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridgeland & Iowa (North)
    ID 11731
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Oak Park, IL
    Walk to
    Oak Park, IL
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL

The distance between Montrose & Central (East) and Oak Park, IL is approximately 5.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Oak Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL

To check the bus schedule from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Montrose & Central (East)) and destination (Oak Park, 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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From Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 85 bus from Central & Montrose (South) station to Central & Lake (Green Line) (South) 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 49 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Montrose & Central (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Oak Park, IL on the Moovit app.

49min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 85
85
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 86
86
Walk to Oak Park, IL
Leaves from Central & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central & Montrose (South)
    ID 11525
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central & Lake (Green Line) (South)
    ID 11566
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Central (Green)
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ridgeland
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Blvd & Ridgeland (West)
    ID 11725
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8686
    Wait for bus
    86
    Milwaukee & Imlay Terminal (Sw)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridgeland & Iowa (North)
    ID 11731
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Oak Park, IL
    Walk to
    Oak Park, IL
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 78, Bus line 86.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL?

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 85, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 86.

  • Is there a direct bus between Montrose & Central (East) and Oak Park, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL?

    The 78 bus line goes from Montrose & Central (West) station near Montrose & Central (East) in Chicago to Forest Preserve Avenue & Harlem/Irving Park (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Forest Preserve Avenue & Harlem/Irving Park (Sw) station near Oak Park, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL by bus?

    The total travel time between Montrose & Central (East) and Oak Park, IL by bus is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Montrose & Central (East) to get to Oak Park, IL?

    Get on the 78 bus from the Montrose & Central (West) stop near Montrose & Central (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Montrose & Central (East) and Oak Park, IL?

    Get off the bus at the Forest Preserve Avenue & Harlem/Irving Park (Sw) stop, which is closest to Oak Park, IL.

  • When is the last Chicago 'L' from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL?

    The last Chicago 'L' from Montrose & Central (East) in Chicago to Oak Park, IL in Oak Park is the Blue Line line. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 9:16 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL?

    The ride from Montrose & Central (East) to Oak Park, IL costs $2.25.

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