How to get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL by bus and train?

From Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL by bus and train

To get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SWS train from Chicago Union Station station to Oak Lawn station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 381 bus and finally take the 383 bus from Cicero Ave & 95th St station to Cal Sag Rd/Rt 83 & 127th St (At Playfield Dr) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Palos Heights, IL on the Moovit app.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - SWSSWS
Bus - 381
381
Bus - 383
383
Walk to Palos Heights, IL
Leaves from Chicago Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SWSSWS
    Wait for train
    SWS
    #805| Manhattan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oak Lawn
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    95th St & 51st Ave
    ID 12297
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 381381
    Wait for bus
    381
    95th/Dan Ryan Cta Station Bay A
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    95th St & Cicero Ave
    ID 4706
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cicero Ave & 95th St
    ID 12744
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 383383
    Wait for bus
    383
    Cicero Ave & 159th St
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cal Sag Rd/Rt 83 & 127th St (At Playfield Dr)
    ID 12780
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Palos Heights, IL
    Walk to
    Palos Heights, IL
    1.25 mi • 26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL

The distance between Union Station Transit Center (East), Chicago and Palos Heights, IL, Chicago is approximately 21.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL?

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Train line SWS, Bus line 381, Bus line 383.

  • Is there a direct train between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Palos Heights, IL in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago?

    The SWS train line goes from Chicago Union Station near Union Station Transit Center (East) to Oak Lawn station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Oak Lawn station near Palos Heights, IL in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Palos Heights, IL in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Union Station Transit Center (East) to get to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago?

    Get on the SWS train from the Chicago Union Station near Union Station Transit Center (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Palos Heights, IL in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Oak Lawn stop, which is closest to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago?

    The first train from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Palos Heights, IL in Chicago is Southwest Service. It leaves the Chicago Union Station at 1:32 AM.

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