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The average bus between Northwestern University and Chicago takes 1h 28m and the fastest bus takes 1h 12m. There is an hourly bus service from Northwestern University to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 28m
Duration
31 mi
Distance
$2
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Line 201 bus, line 147 bus

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  1. Take the bus from Sheridan & Foster to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus bus 201
  2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Jacksonbus bus 147
1h 28m
$2

Northwestern University to Chicago bus times

Buses run hourly between Northwestern University and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwestern University is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Chicago at 9:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheridan & Foster and take an average of 1h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 12m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 23m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 12m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 23m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 24m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 12m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 23m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 12m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 23m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 21m • 1 change

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northwestern University to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 30.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Northwestern University, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Northwestern University to Michigan & Jackson via Sheridan & Foster and Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 1h 28m.

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