How to get from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights by bus and train?

Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights - Bus Schedule

The 73 bus from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights runs from 5:13 AM to 10:32 PM, with departures every 5-25 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 17 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights by bus and train

To get from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 73 bus from Armitage & Clark (West) station to Clybourn Metra Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-NW train and finally take the 234 bus from Northwest Hwy./Main station to Camp Mcdonald/Wheeling station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 17 min. The ride fare is $6.55. The bus and train schedule from Lincoln Park Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Prospect Heights on the Moovit app.

137min$6.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 73
73
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 234
234
Walk to Prospect Heights
Leaves from Armitage & Clark (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Armitage & Clark (West)
    ID 13180
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7373
    Wait for bus
    73
    Grand & Latrobe Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clybourn Metra Station (West)
    ID 4096
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Clybourn
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #619| Crystal Lake
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mt. Prospect
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northwest Hwy./Main
    ID 22476
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 234234
    Wait for bus
    234
    920 Deerfield Pkwy
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Camp Mcdonald/Wheeling
    ID 22498
    11 min
  • 10
    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 Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights

The distance between Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago and Prospect Heights, Chicago is approximately 23.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 137 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lincoln Park Zoo 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 Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights

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

    The fastest way takes 137 minutes, using Bus line 73, Train line UP-NW, Bus line 234.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lincoln Park Zoo and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    The 73 bus line goes from Armitage & Clark (West) station near Lincoln Park Zoo to Clybourn Metra Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Clybourn Metra Station (West) station near Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Lincoln Park Zoo and Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lincoln Park Zoo to get to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get on the 73 bus from the Armitage & Clark (West) stop near Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lincoln Park Zoo and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Clybourn Metra Station (West) stop, which is closest to Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights?

    The ride from Lincoln Park Zoo to Prospect Heights costs $6.55.

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