How to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & 43rd Street (South) station to Western Orange Line Station station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Orange) station to Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Western & 43rd Street (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Roosevelt University on the Moovit app.

33min$2.25

Leaves from Western & 43rd Street (South)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Western & 43rd Street (South)
2
49
Wait for bus
49
79th & Western Terminal (West)
3
Ride to bus station
Western Orange Line Station
4 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Orange)
60 yd • 1 min
5

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

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus via X49 and ORANGE LINE

To get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & 43rd Street (South) station to Western Orange Line Station station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Orange) station to Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Western & 43rd Street (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Roosevelt University on the Moovit app.

35min$2.25

X49

Leaves from Western & 43rd Street (South)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Western & 43rd Street (South)
2
X49
Wait for bus
X49
79th & Western Terminal (West)
3
Ride to bus station
Western Orange Line Station
4 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Orange)
60 yd • 1 min
5

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

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University

The distance between Western & 43rd Street (South), Chicago and Roosevelt University, Chicago is approximately 8.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western & 43rd Street (South) 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 Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Western & 43rd Street (South)) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus via X49 and ORANGE LINE

35min$2.25

X49

Leaves from Western & 43rd Street (South)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Western & 43rd Street (South)
2
X49
Wait for bus
X49
79th & Western Terminal (West)
3
Ride to bus station
Western Orange Line Station
4 min
4
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Western (Orange)
60 yd • 1 min
5

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

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?
The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 49, Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE.
What is the alternative route to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?
The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Bus line X49, Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE.
Is there a direct bus between Western & 43rd Street (South) 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 33 min.
Which bus line goes from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
The 49 bus line goes from 79th & Western Terminal (West) station near Western & 43rd Street (South) to Western Orange Line Station station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Western Orange Line Station station near Roosevelt University in Chicago.
How long does it take to travel from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?
The total travel time between Western & 43rd Street (South) and Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 33 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Western & 43rd Street (South) to get to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
Get on the 49 bus from the 79th & Western Terminal (West) stop near Western & 43rd Street (South) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Western & 43rd Street (South) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?
Get off the bus at the Western Orange Line Station station, which is closest to Roosevelt University in Chicago.
When is the first Chicago 'L' from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?
The first Chicago 'L' from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago is Orange Line. It leaves the Western (Orange) station at 7:27 PM.
How much is the bus fare from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?
The ride from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University costs $2.25.

Last updated on March 23, 2026

How to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus

Step by Step

Alternative route from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus via X49 and ORANGE LINE

Step by Step

Public transit directions from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University

Related Routes

Alternative route from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus via X49 and ORANGE LINE

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?

What is the alternative route to get from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?

Is there a direct bus between Western & 43rd Street (South) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?

Which bus line goes from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

How long does it take to travel from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

Where do I get on the bus near Western & 43rd Street (South) to get to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Western & 43rd Street (South) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?

When is the first Chicago 'L' from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

How much is the bus fare from Western & 43rd Street (South) to Roosevelt University?

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