How to get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Polk to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from Polk station to Ashland-Lake station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREEN LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 309 bus from Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd station to York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

76min$2.80
Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
Bus - 309
309
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Polk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Polk
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PINK LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PINK LINE
    54th/Cermak
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ashland-Lake
    4 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - GREEN LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    GREEN LINE
    Harlem-Green
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Austin (Green)
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
    ID 6848
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 309309
    Wait for bus
    309
    1st St & York St
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    York St & 2nd St / Robert T Palmer Dr
    ID 6945
    43 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Polk to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the 157 bus from Polk Pink Line Station (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

67min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 157
157
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Polk Pink Line Station (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Polk Pink Line Station (East)
    ID 6691
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Polk to Elmhurst, IL

The distance between Polk and Elmhurst, IL is approximately 16.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Polk to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elmhurst – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Polk to Elmhurst, IL

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Polk to Elmhurst, IL using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Polk) and destination (Elmhurst, IL), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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From Polk to Elmhurst, IL by bus and train

To get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL in Elmhurst, take the 157 bus from Polk Pink Line Station (East) station to Washington & Canal (East) station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elmhurst station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $7.75. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst, IL on the Moovit app.

67min$7.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 157
157
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Elmhurst, IL
Leaves from Polk Pink Line Station (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Polk Pink Line Station (East)
    ID 6691
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elmhurst
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elmhurst, IL
    Walk to
    Elmhurst, IL
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Polk to Elmhurst, IL?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 157, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Polk and Elmhurst, IL?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Polk to Elmhurst, IL?

    The PINK LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from 54th/Cermak station near Polk in Chicago to Ashland-Lake station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line till Ashland-Lake station near Elmhurst, IL.

  • How long does it take to travel from Polk to Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Polk and Elmhurst, IL by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Polk to get to Elmhurst, IL?

    Get on the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from the 54th/Cermak station near Polk in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Polk and Elmhurst, IL?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Ashland-Lake stop, which is closest to Elmhurst, IL.

  • How much is the total Chicago 'L' and bus fare from Polk to Elmhurst, IL?

    The ride from Polk to Elmhurst, IL costs $2.80.

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