How to get from Glendale Heights to Wilmette by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Glendale Heights to Wilmette in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and 2 train lines: take the 715 bus from Glen Ellyn/Regency station to Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train, then the UP-N train and finally take the 422 bus from Wilmette Metra Station station to Lake / Edens Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $16.25.

154min$16.25
Bus - 715
715
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 422
422
Walk to Wilmette
Leaves from Glen Ellyn/Regency

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Glendale Heights
  • 2
    Bus - 715715
    Wait for bus
    715
    South
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra
    ID 28638
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glen Ellyn
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #38| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    50 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Winnetka
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wilmette
    29 min
  • 9
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmette Metra Station
    ID 1078
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 10
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    West
  • 11
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lake / Edens Plaza
    12 min
  • 12
    Walk to Wilmette
    Walk to
    Wilmette
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Glendale Heights to Wilmette

The distance between Glendale Heights, Chicago and Wilmette, Chicago is approximately 44.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 154 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glendale Heights to Wilmette 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 Glendale Heights

Glendale Heights is located at Glendale Heights, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Glen Ellyn/Army Trail.

Bus stations close to Glendale Heights:

  • Glen Ellyn/Army Trail
  • Army Trail/Glen Ellyn
  • Army Trail Rd & Glen Ellyn Rd

Public transit stations close to Wilmette, Chicago

Wilmette is located at Wilmette, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Laramie Ave & Greenwood Ave.

Train stations close to Wilmette:

  • Winnetka
  • Hubbard Woods
  • Indian Hill

Bus stations close to Wilmette:

  • Laramie Ave & Greenwood Ave
  • Loyola Academy
  • Laramie Ave & Thornwood Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glendale Heights to Wilmette?

    The fastest way takes 154 minutes, using Bus line 715, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N, Bus line 422.

  • Is there a direct bus between Glendale Heights and Wilmette in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Glendale Heights to Wilmette in Chicago?

    The 715 bus line goes from South station near Glendale Heights to Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines till Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station near Wilmette in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Glendale Heights to Wilmette in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Glendale Heights and Wilmette in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Glendale Heights to get to Wilmette in Chicago?

    Get on the 715 bus from the South stop near Glendale Heights in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Glendale Heights and Wilmette in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra stop, which is closest to Wilmette in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Glendale Heights to Wilmette?

    The ride from Glendale Heights to Wilmette costs $16.25.

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