How to get from Cortland to Plainfield by bus and train?

From Cortland to Plainfield by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Plainfield in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 755 bus from Union Station (Jackson/Clinton) station to Plainfield Park-N-Ride (755) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $11.50.

284min$11.50
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 755
755
Walk to Plainfield
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #44| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station (Jackson/Clinton)
    ID 35406
    560 yd • 7 min
  • 8
    Bus - 755755
    Wait for bus
    755
    West
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plainfield Park-N-Ride (755)
    ID 37495
    79 min
  • 10
    Walk to Plainfield
    Walk to
    Plainfield
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Plainfield
The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Plainfield, Chicago is approximately 98.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 284 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Plainfield by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Plainfield, Chicago

Plainfield is located at Plainfield, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Plainfield Park-N-Ride.

Bus stations close to Plainfield:

  • Plainfield Park-N-Ride
  • Plainfield Park-N-Ride (755)
Related Routes
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to Plainfield?

    The fastest way takes 284 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 755.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cortland and Plainfield in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Plainfield in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Plainfield in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Cortland to Plainfield in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Cortland and Plainfield in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cortland to get to Plainfield in Chicago?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cortland and Plainfield in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop, which is closest to Plainfield in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Plainfield?

    The ride from Cortland to Plainfield costs $11.50.

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