How to get from Dekalb to Roselle by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Roselle in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Roselle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 49 min. The ride fare is $13.75.

229min$13.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - MD-WMD-W
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 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
    #26| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    72 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station Roselle
    Ride to train station
    Roselle
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Roselle

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Roselle, Chicago is approximately 87.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 229 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Roselle 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 Dekalb

Dekalb is located at Dekalb, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432.

Bus stations close to Dekalb:

  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 5 / Rt 10 Stop #432
  • University Cir (Dusable) 2l / 2r Stop #538
  • University Cir (Dusable) Rt 17 Stop #634

Public transit stations close to Roselle, Chicago

Roselle is located at Roselle, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Roselle.

Train stations close to Roselle:

  • Roselle
  • Medinah
  • Schaumburg

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dekalb to Roselle?

    The fastest way takes 229 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dekalb and Roselle in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Roselle in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Roselle station near Roselle in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Roselle in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb to get to Roselle in Chicago?

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Dekalb in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dekalb and Roselle in Chicago?

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

  • How much is the bus fare from Dekalb to Roselle?

    The ride from Dekalb to Roselle costs $13.75.

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