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How to get from Dekalb to Western Springs by bus and train?
From Dekalb to Western Springs by bus and train
To get from Dekalb to Western Springs in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: 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 BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Western Springs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $12.50.
219min$12.50
12UP-WBNSFLeaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
Step by Step
- 1Walk to bus stationW Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456ID 456550 yd • 7 min
- 212Wait for bus12Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
- 3
Ride to bus stationRailroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662ID 66233 min - 4Walk to train stationElburn100 yd • 2 min
- 5UP-WWait for trainUP-W#26| Chicago Otc
- 6Ride to train stationChicago Otc72 min
- 7Walk to train stationChicago Union Station410 yd • 5 min
- 8BNSFWait for trainBNSF#1221| Aurora
- 9Ride to train stationWestern Springs35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Public transit directions from Dekalb to Western Springs
The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Western Springs, Chicago is approximately 79.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 219 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Western Springs 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 Western Springs, Chicago
Western Springs is located at Western Springs, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western Springs.
Train stations close to Western Springs:
- Western Springs
- Highlands
- Stone Ave.
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Questions & Answers
What is the fastest way to get from Dekalb to Western Springs?
The fastest way takes 219 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line BNSF.
Is there a direct bus between Dekalb and Western Springs in Chicago?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 39 min.
Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Western Springs 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 2 train lines till Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station near Western Springs in Chicago
How long does it take to travel from Dekalb to Western Springs in Chicago by bus and train?
The total travel time between Dekalb and Western Springs in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 39 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Dekalb to get to Western Springs 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 Western Springs in Chicago?
Get off the bus at the Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station, which is closest to Western Springs in Chicago.
How much is the bus fare from Dekalb to Western Springs?
The ride from Dekalb to Western Springs costs $12.50.
