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How to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University by bus and train?

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University by bus and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the J14 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

54min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - J14
J14
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #636| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - J14J14
    Wait for bus
    J14
    103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal (Se)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)
    ID 73
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    East Ida B. Wells Drive
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Jefferson Park station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

66min$6.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #632| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jefferson Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    East Ida B. Wells Drive
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University

The distance between Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and Roosevelt University, Chicago is approximately 18.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University 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 Des Plaines Metra Station

Des Plaines Metra Station is located at Des Plaines Metra Station, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is River Rd & Mill St.

Train stations close to Des Plaines Metra Station:

  • Des Plaines
  • Cumberland
  • Dee Road

Bus stations close to Des Plaines Metra Station:

  • River Rd & Mill St
  • River Rd & River St/Pearson St
  • River Rd & Pearson St/River St

Public transit stations close to Roosevelt University, Chicago

Roosevelt University is located at East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is State & Van Buren (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • Harrison
  • Adams/Wabash
  • Jackson (Red)

Train stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • Van Buren St.

Bus stations close to Roosevelt University:

  • State & Van Buren (South)
  • Michigan & Harrison (South)
  • State & Van Buren (North)

Related Routes

From Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University in Chicago, take the UP-NW train from Des Plaines station to Jefferson Park station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park station to Jackson-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.25.

66min$6.25
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Roosevelt University
Leaves from Des Plaines

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Des Plaines
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #632| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jefferson Park
    19 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Uic-Halsted
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson-Blue
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to Roosevelt University
    Walk to
    Roosevelt University
    East Ida B. Wells Drive
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line J14.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University?

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Des Plaines Metra Station and Roosevelt University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to #636| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #636| Chicago Otc station near Roosevelt University in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines and Roosevelt University in Chicago by train and bus is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Des Plaines Metra Station to get to Roosevelt University?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Des Plaines station near Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Des Plaines Metra Station and Roosevelt University?

    Get off the train at the #636| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Roosevelt University in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University?

    The last train from Des Plaines Metra Station in Des Plaines to Roosevelt University in Chicago is the Union Pacific Northwest line. It leaves the Des Plaines station at 6:31 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University?

    The ride from Des Plaines Metra Station to Roosevelt University costs $7.75.

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