How to get from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights by bus and train?

From Carol Stream to Prospect Heights by bus and train

To get from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take 4 bus lines and one train line: take the 711 bus from Gary Ave & Hiawatha Dr / Fullerton Ave station to West St & Front St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train, then the 330 bus, then the 250 bus and finally take the 234 bus from Des Plaines Metra (Miner St & Lee St) station to Camp Mcdonald/Wheeling station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $8.60. The bus and train schedule from Carol Stream may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Prospect Heights on the Moovit app.

230min$8.60
Walk to bus stationBus - 711
711
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 330
330
Bus - 250
250
Bus - 234
234
Walk to Prospect Heights
Leaves from Gary Ave & Hiawatha Dr / Fullerton Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gary Ave & Hiawatha Dr / Fullerton Ave
    ID 30746
    1.35 mi • 29 min
  • 2
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West St & Front St
    ID 35805
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellwood
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannheim Rd & St. Charles Rd
    ID 10382
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    North
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility (Mmf)
    ID 37511
    35 min
  • 10
    Bus - 250250
    Wait for bus
    250
    East
  • 11
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Des Plaines Metra (Miner St & Lee St)
    ID 21394
    19 min
  • 12
    Bus - 234234
    Wait for bus
    234
    North
  • 13
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Camp Mcdonald/Wheeling
    ID 22498
    26 min
  • 14
    Walk to Prospect Heights
    Walk to
    Prospect Heights
    1.11 mi • 23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights

The distance between Carol Stream, Chicago and Prospect Heights, Chicago is approximately 41.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 230 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights 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 Carol Stream to Prospect Heights

To check the bus and train schedule from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Carol Stream) and destination (Prospect Heights), 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 Carol Stream to Prospect Heights?

    The fastest way takes 230 minutes, using Bus line 711, Train line UP-W, Bus line 330, Bus line 250, Bus line 234.

  • Is there a direct bus between Carol Stream and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 4 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    The 711 bus line goes from Gary Ave & Hiawatha Dr / Fullerton Ave station near Carol Stream to West St & Front St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till West St & Front St station near Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Carol Stream and Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Carol Stream to get to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get on the 711 bus from the Gary Ave & Hiawatha Dr / Fullerton Ave stop near Carol Stream in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Carol Stream and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the West St & Front St stop, which is closest to Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights?

    The ride from Carol Stream to Prospect Heights costs $8.60.

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