How to get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West) station to 79th Red Line Station (West) station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th station to Harrison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

47min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 79
79
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)
    ID 2604
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7979
    Wait for bus
    79
    79th Street & Western Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th Red Line Station (West)
    ID 2641
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    79th
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Harrison
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    430 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    340 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus

To get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West) station to 79th Street & Jeffery (West) station. Next, take the J14 bus from Jeffery & 79th Street (North) station to Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

39min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 79
79
Bus - J14
J14
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)
    ID 2604
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7979
    Wait for bus
    79
    79th Street & Western Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th Street & Jeffery (West)
    ID 2616
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jeffery & 79th Street (North)
    ID 5299
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Madison & Jefferson (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North)
    ID 14485
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    430 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University

The distance between Cheltenham (79th St.), Chicago and Roosevelt University, Chicago is approximately 13.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cheltenham (79th St.) 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.

Public transit stations close to Cheltenham (79th St.)

Cheltenham (79th St.) is located at Cheltenham (79th St.), Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Windsor Park.

Train stations close to Cheltenham (79th St.):

  • Windsor Park
  • South Shore
  • Bryn Mawr

Bus stations close to Cheltenham (79th St.):

  • 79th Street & Coles (West)
  • 79th Street & Coles (East)
  • S. Shore Drive & Cheltenham (North)

Public transit stations close to Roosevelt University, Chicago

Roosevelt University is located at 430 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Michigan Ave & Van Buren St (Pick Up Only).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • Adams/Wabash
  • Jackson (Red)
  • Harrison

Train stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • Van Buren St.

Bus stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • Michigan Ave & Van Buren St (Pick Up Only)
  • Michigan & Van Buren (North)
  • Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)

Related Routes

By bus

To get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the 79 bus from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West) station to 79th Street & Jeffery (West) station. Next, take the J14 bus from Jeffery & 79th Street (North) station to Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

39min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 79
79
Bus - J14
J14
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West)
    ID 2604
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7979
    Wait for bus
    79
    79th Street & Western Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th Street & Jeffery (West)
    ID 2616
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jeffery & 79th Street (North)
    ID 5299
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    Madison & Jefferson (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Ida B Wells Drive (North)
    ID 14485
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    430 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 79, Bus line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University?

    The alternative route takes 39 minutes, using Bus line 79, Bus line J14.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham (79th St.) 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 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

    The 79 bus line goes from 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West) station near Cheltenham (79th St.) to 79th Street & Western Terminal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Roosevelt University station near Roosevelt University in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Cheltenham (79th St.) and Roosevelt University in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cheltenham (79th St.) to get to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

    Get on the 79 bus from the 79th Street & Exchange (Metra Station) (West) stop near Cheltenham (79th St.) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cheltenham (79th St.) and Roosevelt University in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Roosevelt University station, which is closest to Roosevelt University in Chicago.

  • When is the first bus from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

    The first bus from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago is Jackson Park Express. It leaves the S. Shore Drive & Cheltenham (North) stop at 6:05 PM.

  • When is the first train from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago?

    The first train from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University in Chicago is Metra Electric. It leaves the Cheltenham (79th St.) station at 6:46 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University?

    The ride from Cheltenham (79th St.) to Roosevelt University costs $2.25.

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