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

By bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Summit in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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 307 bus from Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd) station to Harlem/62nd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

143min$6.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 307
307
Walk to Summit
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
    #22| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Oakpark
    59 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem/Lake Cta (At South Blvd)
    ID 8739
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 307307
    Wait for bus
    307
    Bridgeview Transit Center Bay 1
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harlem/62nd
    30 min
  • 10
    Walk to Summit
    Walk to
    Summit
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Summit

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Summit, Chicago is approximately 62.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 143 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Summit 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 Summit, Chicago

Summit is located at Summit, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Harlem & 61st Place (South).

Train stations close to Summit:

  • Summit
  • Summit Amtrak

Bus stations close to Summit:

  • Harlem & 61st Place (South)
  • Harlem/61st
  • Harlem/62nd

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 143 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 307.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Summit 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 one bus line and one train line till Summit station near Summit in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Summit in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 23 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Summit stop, which is closest to Summit in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Dekalb to Summit?

    The ride from Dekalb to Summit costs $6.00.

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