How to get from Cortland to Zion by bus and train?

From Cortland to Zion by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Zion in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train, then the UP-N train, then the 571 bus and finally take the 571 bus from Joppa Ave & 21st St station to Gabriel Ave & 21st St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 53 min. The ride fare is $20.05.

293min$20.05
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 571
571
Bus - 571
571
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #327| Waukegan
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    79 min
  • 9
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sheridan Rd & Washington St
    ID 18080
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 10
    Bus - 571571
    Wait for bus
    571
    North
  • 11
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Joppa Ave & 21st St
    ID 35050
    24 min
  • 12
    Bus - 571571
    Wait for bus
    571
    South
  • 13
    Ride to bus station Gabriel Ave & 21st St
    Ride to bus station
    Gabriel Ave & 21st St
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Zion

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Zion, Chicago is approximately 103.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 293 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Zion 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 Zion, Chicago

Zion is located at Zion, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Gabriel Ave & 21st St.

Train stations close to Zion:

  • Zion
  • Winthrop Harbor

Bus stations close to Zion:

  • Gabriel Ave & 21st St
  • 21st St & Gideon Ave
  • 21st St & Ezekiel Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cortland to Zion?

    The fastest way takes 293 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N, Bus line 571, Bus line 571.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cortland and Zion in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cortland to Zion in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Zion in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Zion in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 53 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop, which is closest to Zion in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Cortland to Zion?

    The ride from Cortland to Zion costs $20.05.

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