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How to get from DeKalb to Willis Tower by bus and train?
By bus and train
To get from DeKalb to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 12 bus from Locust & 2nd station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. Next, take the UP-W train from Elburn station to Chicago Otc station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min.
126min
12UP-WLeaves from Locust & 2nd
Step by Step
- 1Walk to bus stationLocust & 2nd400 yd • 5 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 66228 min - 4Walk to train stationElburn100 yd • 2 min
- 5UP-WWait for trainUP-W#22| Chicago Otc
- 6Ride to train stationChicago Otc77 min
- 7Walk toWillis TowerWest Adams Street750 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Public transit directions from DeKalb to Willis Tower
The distance between DeKalb, Chicago and Willis Tower, Chicago is approximately 62.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from DeKalb to Willis Tower 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 10th St at E Locust St - Sb Stop #554.
Bus stations close to DeKalb:
- 10th St at E Locust St - Sb Stop #554
- South 7th St at Grove St - Sb Stop #546
- Lincoln Hwy & Park-Wb (Castle Bank)
Public transit stations close to Willis Tower, Chicago
Willis Tower is located at West Adams Street, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Wacker (Upper) & Adams (South).
Chicago 'L' stations close to Willis Tower:
- Washington/Wells
- Quincy
- Lasalle/Van Buren
Train stations close to Willis Tower:
- Chicago Union Station
- Lasalle Street
Bus stations close to Willis Tower:
- Wacker (Upper) & Adams (South)
- Adams & S. Wacker (West)
- Franklin & Adams (North)
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Questions & Answers
What is the fastest way to get from DeKalb to Willis Tower?
The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W.
Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Willis Tower?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.
Which bus line goes from DeKalb to Willis Tower?
The 12 bus line goes from Locust & 2nd station near DeKalb in Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Willis Tower station near Willis Tower in Chicago.
How long does it take to travel from DeKalb to Willis Tower by bus and train?
The total travel time between DeKalb in Dekalb and Willis Tower in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 6 min.
Where do I get on the bus near DeKalb to get to Willis Tower?
Get on the 12 bus from the Locust & 2nd stop near DeKalb in Dekalb.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between DeKalb and Willis Tower?
Get off the bus at the Willis Tower station, which is closest to Willis Tower in Chicago.
