How to get from Central/Elston to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Central/Elston to Uic by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago, take the 85A bus from Central/Elston station to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Jefferson Park 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 Central/Elston 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 - 85A
85A
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Uic
Leaves from Central/Elston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central/Elston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 85A85A
    Wait for bus
    85A
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    30 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
    35 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 Central/Elston to Uic

The distance between Central/Elston, Chicago and Uic, Chicago is approximately 12.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central/Elston 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 Central/Elston to Uic

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Central/Elston to Uic using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central/Elston) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central/Elston to Uic?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Bus line 85A, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central/Elston 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 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago?

    The 85A bus line goes from Central/Elston station near Central/Elston to Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station near Uic in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Central/Elston and Uic in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central/Elston to get to Uic in Chicago?

    Get on the 85A bus from the Central/Elston stop near Central/Elston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central/Elston and Uic in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off station, which is closest to Uic in Chicago.

  • When is the last Chicago 'L' from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago?

    The last Chicago 'L' from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago is the Blue Line line. It leaves the Jefferson Park station at 6:16 PM.

  • When is the first train from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago?

    The first train from Central/Elston to Uic in Chicago is Milwaukee North. It leaves the Forest Glen station at 1:44 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central/Elston to Uic?

    The ride from Central/Elston to Uic costs $2.25.

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