Train - NCS

NCS Line

North Central Service

Metra

Metra NCS train Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The NCS train (Chicago Union Station) has 18 stations departing from Antioch and ending at Chicago Union Station.

Choose any of the NCS train stations below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Chicago Union Station (18 stops)

  • Antioch

  • Lake Villa

  • Round Lake Beach

  • Washington St (Grayslake)

  • Prairie Crossing.

  • Mundelein

  • Vernon Hills

  • Prairie View

  • Buffalo Grove

  • Wheeling

  • Prospect Hts

  • O'Hare Transfer

  • Rosemont

  • Schiller Park

  • Franklin Pk

  • River Grove

  • Western Ave

  • Chicago Union Station

NCS FAQ

  • What time does the NCS train start operating?

    Services on the NCS train start at 5:20 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the NCS train stop working?

    Services on the NCS train stop at 3:38 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the NCS train arrive?

    When does the North Central Service Train line come? Check Live Arrival Times for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the North Central Service Train line that is closest to your location.

  • Is there a NCS train station near me?

    Click here to view the nearest NCS train station.

Metra NCS train Line Map - Chicago Union Station

NCS train Line Map
PDF Version: NCS schedule, stops and mapNCS - Chicago Union Station timetable

NCS train Schedule

NCS train line operates on Monday to Friday. Regular schedule hours: 5:20 AM - 3:38 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
SunNot OperationalNot Operational
Mon5:20 AM - 3:38 PM22
Tue5:20 AM - 3:38 PM22
Wed5:20 AM - 3:38 PM22
Thu5:20 AM - 3:38 PM22
Fri5:20 AM - 3:38 PM22
SatNot OperationalNot Operational

Metra train Service Alerts

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NCS line train fare

Metra NCS (Chicago Union Station) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about Metra tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Metra’s official website.

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NCS (Metra)

The first stop of the NCS train route is Antioch and the last stop is Chicago Union Station. NCS (Chicago Union Station) is operational during weekdays.

Additional information: NCS has 18 stations and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 98 minutes.

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