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How to get fromNorthern Illinois University to Schaumburgby bus, train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Northern Illinois University to Schaumburg by bus, train, taxi, or car

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  1. Line 12 bus, train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456 to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus bus 12
    2. Take the train from Elburn to West Chicagotrain train
    3. Take the taxi from West Chicago to Schaumburgtaxi taxi
    2h 11m
    $54–78

  2. Drive 42 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Northern Illinois University to Schaumburgcar car 42 mi
    1h 7m
    $8–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Northern Illinois University to Schaumburgtaxi taxi 42 mi
    1h 7m
    $130–160

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  • Distance: 49.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Northern Illinois University, IL, USA and Schaumburg, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Northern Illinois University to Schaumburg. However, you can walk to W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456, take the line 12 bus to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, walk to Elburn, take the train to West Chicago, then take the taxi to Schaumburg. Alternatively, you can drive from Northern Illinois University to Schaumburg in around 1h 7m.

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