How to get from Chicago to Sycamore by bus?

From Chicago to Sycamore by bus

To get from Chicago to Sycamore you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Chicago Bus Station station to Dekalb (Holmes Student Center) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the 21 bus from Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Northland Shopping Plaza - Nb Stop #677 station to W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 25 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sycamore on the Moovit app.

205min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 1717
Bus - 2121
Walk to Sycamore
Leaves from Chicago Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    0.94 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Davenport (Ground Transportation)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dekalb (Holmes Student Center)
    ID DKB6
    120 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Castle Dr at Lincoln Ter (Montgomery Hall) - Sb Stop #576
    ID 576
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Kishwaukee Hosp. - Eb Stop #599
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Northland Shopping Plaza - Nb Stop #677
    ID 677
    21 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    N Locust St at W Exchange (Dekalb County Jail) Sb Stop #304
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305
    ID 305
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Sycamore
    Walk to
    Sycamore
    W State Street
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago to Sycamore by bus via GREYHOUND US0155S, 18 and 21

To get from Chicago to Sycamore you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Chicago Bus Station station to Dekalb (Holmes Student Center) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 18 bus and finally take the 21 bus from Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050 station to W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 25 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sycamore on the Moovit app.

205min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 1818
Bus - 2121
Walk to Sycamore
Leaves from Chicago Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    0.94 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Davenport (Ground Transportation)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dekalb (Holmes Student Center)
    ID DKB6
    120 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Cir (Dusable) Rt 18 / Rt 19 Stop #628
    ID 628
    740 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050
    ID 050
    23 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    N Locust St at W Exchange (Dekalb County Jail) Sb Stop #304
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305
    ID 305
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Sycamore
    Walk to
    Sycamore
    W State Street
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Sycamore

The distance between Chicago and Sycamore is approximately 77.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 205 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Sycamore by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sycamore – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Chicago to Sycamore

To check the bus schedule from Chicago to Sycamore using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago) and destination (Sycamore), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Chicago to Sycamore by bus via GREYHOUND US0155S, 18 and 21

To get from Chicago to Sycamore you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Chicago Bus Station station to Dekalb (Holmes Student Center) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 18 bus and finally take the 21 bus from Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050 station to W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 25 min. The bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Sycamore on the Moovit app.

205min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 1818
Bus - 2121
Walk to Sycamore
Leaves from Chicago Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    0.94 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Davenport (Ground Transportation)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dekalb (Holmes Student Center)
    ID DKB6
    120 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Cir (Dusable) Rt 18 / Rt 19 Stop #628
    ID 628
    740 yd • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sycamore Rd (Rt 23) at Market Square Dr. (Wal-Mart) - Nb Stop #050
    ID 050
    23 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    N Locust St at W Exchange (Dekalb County Jail) Sb Stop #304
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W Exchange St at N California St - Eb Stop #305
    ID 305
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Sycamore
    Walk to
    Sycamore
    W State Street
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Sycamore?

    The fastest way takes 205 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0155S, Bus line 17, Bus line 21.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Sycamore?

    The alternative route takes 205 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0155S, Bus line 18, Bus line 21.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Sycamore?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Sycamore?

    The GREYHOUND US0155S bus line goes from Chicago Bus Station station near Chicago in Chicago to Davenport (Ground Transportation) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Davenport (Ground Transportation) station near Sycamore.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Sycamore by bus?

    The total travel time between Chicago and Sycamore by bus is about 3 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Sycamore?

    Get on the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from the Chicago Bus Station stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Sycamore?

    Get off the bus at the Davenport (Ground Transportation) stop, which is closest to Sycamore.

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