Explore Elmhurst Express Trolley
Celebrate 10 Seasons of
Exploring Elmhurst
The Explore Elmhurst Trolley is back for its 10th season, offering residents and visitors a free, easy and enjoyable way to experience everything Elmhurst has to offer.
From local dining and boutique shopping to community events and seasonal activities, the trolley connects Elmhurst’s business districts and destinations in one convenient ride. Whether you’re planning a family outing, date night, shopping trip or day exploring with friends, the trolley makes it simple to discover more throughout the community — without the hassle of parking or driving.
Running Fridays and Saturdays throughout the summer and returning for the Holly Trolley season during the holidays, the trolley has become a signature Elmhurst tradition that brings people together while supporting local businesses and experiences.
2026 Trolley Season
Summer Season
June 5 – September 19, 2026
Fridays & Saturdays | 12 – 11 p.m.
Holly Trolley
November 28 – December 26, 2026
Saturdays | 1 – 11 p.m.
Special Event Service
Expanded trolley operations during select community events, including Rock the Block.
Hop On. Explore More.
The Explore Elmhurst Trolley connects riders to dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation destinations across the city with convenient stops throughout Elmhurst:
The trolley completes the full route approximately every 30 minutes, making it easy to hop on and hop off while exploring Elmhurst’s restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and community destinations.
Easy to Access from Chicago & the Suburbs
Conveniently located along the Union Pacific West Metra line, Elmhurst is an easy destination for visitors traveling from Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Once you arrive, the trolley extends that convenience by connecting you to Elmhurst experiences without needing a car.
Real-time trolley tracking will also be available so riders can easily plan their day and know when the next trolley is arriving. Track the trolley here!
Plan Your Ride
For 10 seasons, the Explore Elmhurst Trolley has helped create memorable experiences while connecting residents and visitors to the businesses, events and destinations that make Elmhurst unique. Every ride is an opportunity to:
- Try a new restaurant
- Visit a local shop
- Attend a community event
- Explore a different district
- Experience Elmhurst from a new perspective
Explore routes, schedules, stops and real-time trolley tracking to start planning your next Elmhurst outing.
- Track the trolley here!
- Find things to do on ExploreElmhurst.com.
More information:
- Handicapped Accessibility: The Explore Elmhurst Express is handicapped-accessible and ADA-compliant.
- Strollers & Bikes: Strollers that collapse or fit into the seating area of the trolley are welcome on the trolley. If your stroller will not collapse, please leave it off the trolley. Bikes are not allowed on the trolley. The trolley does not have onboard storage and it is against fire code to place strollers or bikes in the aisle.
- Tour Narration: How well do you know Elmhurst? Trolley riders will learn about highlighted areas of the City through a trolley narrative.
- Share Your Photos: Share your ride photos on social media using the #ExploreElmhurst hashtag.
- Safety Information: Please review our Trolley Code Of Conduct, which is also posted onboard.
- Lost and Found: Think you left something on the trolley? The City contracts the trolley from Aries Charter. For information on lost and found items, please call the 24-hour trolley dispatch at (708) 243-6005.
