How to get from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the 55A bus from 55th Street & Central (East) station to Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Midway station to Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 55th Street & Central (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Roosevelt University on the Moovit app.

48min$2.25

55A

Leaves from 55th Street & Central (East)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
55th Street & Central (East)
ID 4582
40 yd • 1 min
2
55A
Wait for bus
55A
Midway Orange Line Station (Sw)
3
Ride to bus station
Midway Orange Line Station (Sw)
ID 14121
10 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Midway
80 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for Chicago 'L'
ORANGE LINE
Midway
6
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren
25 min
7
Walk to
Roosevelt University
East Ida B. Wells Drive
400 yd • 5 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University

The distance between 55th Street & Central (West), Chicago and Roosevelt University, Chicago is approximately 12.87 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (55th Street & Central (West)) and destination (Roosevelt University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and bus, 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 Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University?
The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 55A, Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE.
Is there a direct bus between 55th Street & Central (West) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.
Which bus line goes from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
The 55A bus line goes from 55th Street & Central (East) station near 55th Street & Central (West) to Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station near Roosevelt University in Chicago.
How long does it take to travel from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between 55th Street & Central (West) and Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 48 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 55th Street & Central (West) to get to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
Get on the 55A bus from the 55th Street & Central (East) stop near 55th Street & Central (West) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 55th Street & Central (West) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?
Get off the bus at the Midway Orange Line Station (Sw) station, which is closest to Roosevelt University in Chicago.
When is the first bus from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
The first bus from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University in Chicago is Archer. It leaves the Archer & Central (Ne) stop at 11:07 PM.
How much is the bus fare from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University?
The ride from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University costs $2.25.

Last updated on October 3, 2026

How to get from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from 55th Street & Central (West) to Roosevelt University

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