How to get from Chicago to Woodstock by bus and train?

From Chicago to Woodstock by bus and train

To get from Chicago to Woodstock in Chicago, take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Chicago Otc station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

114min$9.00
Bus - 20
20
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Washington & Wabash (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 6
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    91 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago to Woodstock by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Chicago to Woodstock in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 49 bus from Western & Madison (North) station to Western Blue Line Station (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-NW train from Jefferson Park station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

112min$6.00
Bus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Western & Madison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Blue Line Station (North)
    ID 17914
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 8
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Woodstock

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Woodstock, Chicago is approximately 54.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Woodstock 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 Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Western & Madison (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
  • California-Green
  • Damen (Green)

Train stations close to Chicago:

  • Western Ave

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • Western & Madison (North)
  • Madison & Western (East)
  • Madison & Western (West)

Public transit stations close to Woodstock, Chicago

Woodstock is located at Woodstock, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Woodstock Metra Station.

Train stations close to Woodstock:

  • Woodstock

Bus stations close to Woodstock:

  • Woodstock Metra Station
  • Church/Madison
  • Throop/Judd

Related Routes

From Chicago to Woodstock by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Chicago to Woodstock in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line, one Chicago 'L' line and one train line: take the 49 bus from Western & Madison (North) station to Western Blue Line Station (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the UP-NW train from Jefferson Park station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

112min$6.00
Bus - 49
49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Western & Madison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Blue Line Station (North)
    ID 17914
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jefferson Park
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 8
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Woodstock?

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Woodstock?

    The alternative route takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line BLUE LINE, Bus line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Woodstock in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to Woodstock in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Washington & Wabash (East) station near Chicago to Washington & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Washington & Canal (East) station near Woodstock in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Chicago and Woodstock in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Woodstock in Chicago?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Washington & Wabash (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Woodstock in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Washington & Canal (East) station, which is closest to Woodstock in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago to Woodstock?

    The ride from Chicago to Woodstock costs $9.00.