How to get to Northwestern University in Chicago by Bus, Chicago 'L' or Train?

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Directions to Northwestern University (Chicago) with public transportation

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Northwestern University

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How to get to Northwestern University by Bus?

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How to get to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L'?

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Bus stations near Northwestern University in Chicago

  • Sheridan & Winthrop (East),1 min walk,
  • Devon & Sheridan (West),3 min walk,

Chicago 'L' stations near Northwestern University in Chicago

  • Loyola,6 min walk,

Train stations near Northwestern University in Chicago

  • Rogers Park,30 min walk,

Bus lines to Northwestern University in Chicago

  • 136,Adams & S. Wacker (West),
  • 147,Paulina & Howard Terminal (North),
  • 151,Clark & Arthur Terminal (West),
  • 36,Devon & Clark (West),
  • 155,Morse & Glenwood (Red Line) (East),
Questions & Answers

  • What are the closest stations to Northwestern University?

    The closest stations to Northwestern University are:

    • Sheridan & Winthrop (East) is 11 yards away, 1 min walk.
    • Devon & Sheridan (West) is 207 yards away, 3 min walk.
    • Loyola is 482 yards away, 6 min walk.
    • Rogers Park is 2497 yards away, 30 min walk.

  • Which Bus lines stop near Northwestern University?

    These Bus lines stop near Northwestern University: 147, 151, 155, 36

  • Which Train lines stop near Northwestern University?

    These Train lines stop near Northwestern University: UP-N

  • Which Chicago 'L' lines stop near Northwestern University?

    These Chicago 'L' lines stop near Northwestern University: RED LINE

  • What’s the nearest Chicago 'L' station to Northwestern University in Chicago?

    The nearest Chicago 'L' station to Northwestern University in Chicago is Loyola. It’s a 6 min walk away.

  • What’s the nearest train station to Northwestern University in Chicago?

    The nearest train station to Northwestern University in Chicago is Rogers Park. It’s a 30 min walk away.

  • What’s the nearest bus stop to Northwestern University in Chicago?

    The nearest bus stop to Northwestern University in Chicago is Sheridan & Winthrop (East). It’s a 1 min walk away.

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