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

From Dekalb to Skokie by bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Skokie 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 UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Central St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $10.75.

226min$10.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Skokie
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
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #313| Winnetka
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Central St.
    29 min
  • 9
    Walk to Skokie
    Walk to
    Skokie
    2.08 mi • 43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Skokie

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Skokie, Chicago is approximately 78.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Skokie 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 Skokie, Chicago

Skokie is located at Skokie, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Golf Kedvale.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Skokie:

  • Dempster-Skokie
  • Oakton-Skokie

Train stations close to Skokie:

  • Central St.
  • Wilmette
  • Kenilworth

Bus stations close to Skokie:

  • Golf Kedvale
  • Golf Rd & Karlov Ave
  • Golf Rd & Keeler Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Skokie 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 Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station near Skokie in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Skokie in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 46 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station, which is closest to Skokie in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Dekalb to Skokie costs $10.75.

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