How to get from Buffalo Grove to United Center by bus and train?

From Buffalo Grove to United Center by bus and train

To get from Buffalo Grove to United Center in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NCS train from Buffalo Grove station to Western Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 49 bus and finally take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Madison & Hoyne (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Buffalo Grove may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to United Center on the Moovit app.

75min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - NCSNCS
Bus - 49
49
Bus - 20
20
Walk to United Center
Leaves from Buffalo Grove

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Buffalo Grove
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #112| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Western Ave
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (South)
    ID 15344
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    79th & Western Terminal (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Madison (South)
    ID 14546
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Hoyne (East)
    ID 427
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to United Center
    Walk to
    United Center
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Buffalo Grove to United Center

The distance between Buffalo Grove, Chicago and United Center, Chicago is approximately 27.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 75 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Buffalo Grove to United Center by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Buffalo Grove to United Center

To check the bus and train schedule from Buffalo Grove to United Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Buffalo Grove) and destination (United Center), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo Grove to United Center?

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Train line NCS, Bus line 49, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Buffalo Grove and United Center in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Buffalo Grove to United Center in Chicago?

    The NCS train line goes from Buffalo Grove station near Buffalo Grove to Western Ave station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Western Ave station near United Center in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Buffalo Grove to United Center in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Buffalo Grove and United Center in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Buffalo Grove to get to United Center in Chicago?

    Get on the NCS train from the Buffalo Grove station near Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Buffalo Grove and United Center in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Western Ave stop, which is closest to United Center in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Buffalo Grove to United Center in Chicago?

    The first train from Buffalo Grove to United Center in Chicago is North Central Service. It leaves the Buffalo Grove station at 12:51 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Buffalo Grove to United Center?

    The ride from Buffalo Grove to United Center costs $6.00.

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