How to get from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University you’ll need to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line: take the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from 18th 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 1st St & York St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elmhurst University on the Moovit app.

91min$2.80

309

Leaves from 18th

Step by Step

1
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
18th
60 yd • 1 min
2

Wait for Chicago 'L'
PINK LINE
54th/Cermak
3
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Ashland-Lake
6 min
4

Wait for Chicago 'L'
GREEN LINE
Harlem-Green
5
Ride to Chicago 'L' station
Austin (Green)
17 min
6
Walk to bus station
Corcoran Pl / South Blvd & Austin Blvd
ID 6848
20 yd • 1 min
7
309
Wait for bus
309
1st St & York St
8
Ride to bus station
1st St & York St
ID 6844
44 min
9
Walk to
Elmhurst University
Alexander Boulevard
0.57 mi • 12 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University

The distance between 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) and Elmhurst University is approximately 17.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University 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 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East)) and destination (Elmhurst University), 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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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University?
The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PINK LINE, Chicago 'L' line GREEN LINE, Bus line 309.
Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) and Elmhurst University?
No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.
Which Chicago 'L' line goes from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University?
The PINK LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from 18th station near 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) 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 University.
How long does it take to travel from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?
The total travel time between 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) and Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 1 hr 31 min.
Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to get to Elmhurst University?
Get on the PINK LINE Chicago 'L' from the 18th station near 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) and Elmhurst University?
Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Ashland-Lake stop, which is closest to Elmhurst University.
How much is the total Chicago 'L' and bus fare from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University?
The ride from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University costs $2.80.

Last updated on June 27, 2026

How to get from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University by Chicago 'L' and bus

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Public transit directions from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from 18th Street & Paulina (Pink Line) (East) to Elmhurst University

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