How to get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Montrose & Western (West) to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago, take the X49 bus from Western & Montrose (South) station to Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South) station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch) station to Racine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Montrose & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

48min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - X49
X49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Uic
Leaves from Western & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Montrose (South)
    ID 8187
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South)
    ID 8214
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Racine
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus via 49 and BLUE LINE

To get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & Montrose (South) station to Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South) station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch) station to Racine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Montrose & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

51min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Uic
Leaves from Western & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Montrose (South)
    ID 8187
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South)
    ID 8214
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Racine
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic

The distance between Montrose & Western (West), Chicago and Uic, Chicago is approximately 9.35 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Montrose & Western (West)) and destination (Uic), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and 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 Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Alternative route from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus via 49 and BLUE LINE

To get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & Montrose (South) station to Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South) station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch) station to Racine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Montrose & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Uic on the Moovit app.

51min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Uic
Leaves from Western & Montrose (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Montrose (South)
    ID 8187
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Cortland (Blue Line) (South)
    ID 8214
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Racine
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Uic
    Walk to
    Uic
    25 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line X49, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic?

    The alternative route takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 49, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Montrose & Western (West) and Uic in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago?

    The X49 bus line goes from Western & Montrose (South) station near Montrose & Western (West) to 79th & Western Terminal (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till 79th & Western Terminal (West) station near Uic in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Montrose & Western (West) and Uic in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Montrose & Western (West) to get to Uic in Chicago?

    Get on the X49 bus from the Western & Montrose (South) stop near Montrose & Western (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Montrose & Western (West) and Uic in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the 79th & Western Terminal (West) station, which is closest to Uic in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago?

    The last train from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic in Chicago is the Union Pacific North line. It leaves the Ravenswood station at 7:32 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic?

    The ride from Montrose & Western (West) to Uic costs $2.25.

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