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

From Cortland to Riverside by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Riverside 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 307 bus from Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) station to Harlem Ave & Ogden Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

143min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 307
307
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
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
    ID 8739
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Harlem Ave & Ogden Ave
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem Ave & Ogden Ave
    ID 6454
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Cortland to Riverside by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 311

To get from Cortland to Riverside 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 311 bus from Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line station to Oak Park Ave & Ogden Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

164min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 311
311
Walk to Riverside
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
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line
    ID 7150
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & Ogden Ave
    ID 7114
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Riverside
    Walk to
    Riverside
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Riverside

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Riverside, Chicago is approximately 54.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 143 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Riverside 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 Cortland to Riverside

To check the bus and train schedule from Cortland to Riverside using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cortland) and destination (Riverside), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Cortland to Riverside by bus and train via 12, UP-W and 311

To get from Cortland to Riverside 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 311 bus from Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line station to Oak Park Ave & Ogden Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The bus and train schedule from Cortland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

164min$10.75
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 311
311
Walk to Riverside
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
    Oakpark
    64 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & South Blvd / Cta Green Line
    ID 7150
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 8
    Bus - 311311
    Wait for bus
    311
    South
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oak Park Ave & Ogden Ave
    ID 7114
    18 min
  • 10
    Walk to Riverside
    Walk to
    Riverside
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 143 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 307.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cortland to Riverside?

    The alternative route takes 164 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 311.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 23 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Riverside in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 23 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn stop, which is closest to Riverside in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Cortland to Riverside costs $10.75.

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