How to get from Cortland to River Forest by bus and train?

From Cortland to River Forest by bus and train

To get from Cortland to River Forest in Chicago, take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Riverforest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

120min$8.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to River Forest
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
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Riverforest
    61 min
  • 7
    Walk to River Forest
    Walk to
    River Forest
    0.58 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to River Forest

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and River Forest, Chicago is approximately 49.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 120 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to River Forest 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 River Forest, Chicago

River Forest is located at River Forest, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Des Plaines Ave & Adams St.

Chicago 'L' stations close to River Forest:

  • Harlem/Lake
  • Forest Park
  • Harlem (Blue - Forest Park Branch)

Train stations close to River Forest:

  • Riverforest
  • Maywood

Bus stations close to River Forest:

  • Des Plaines Ave & Adams St
  • Madison St & 3rd Ave
  • 40 Madison St

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to River Forest?

    The fastest way takes 120 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 120 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to River Forest 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 train line till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near River Forest in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and River Forest in Chicago by bus and train is about 120 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station, which is closest to River Forest in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cortland to River Forest?

    The ride from Cortland to River Forest costs $8.75.