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

From Dekalb to Zion by bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Zion 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 UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Zion station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $13.75.

294min$13.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Zion
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 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
    #36| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    77 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #321| Kenosha
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zion
    89 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zion
    Walk to
    Zion
    1.5 mi • 31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Zion

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Zion, Chicago is approximately 107.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 294 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb 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 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 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 Dekalb to Zion?

    The fastest way takes 294 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Zion 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 Zion in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Zion in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 54 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station, which is closest to Zion in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Dekalb to Zion?

    The ride from Dekalb to Zion costs $13.75.