The average bus between The Loop (CTA) and Wilmette takes 1h 53m and the fastest bus takes 1h 33m. The bus service runs several times per day from The Loop (CTA) to Wilmette. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 3 hours between The Loop (CTA) and Wilmette. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from The Loop (CTA) is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Wilmette at 5:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington & Jefferson and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


1h 33m • 2 changes

1h 44m • 2 changes

1h 43m • 2 changes

1h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from The Loop (CTA) to Wilmette? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from The Loop (CTA) to Wilmette. However, there are services departing from The Loop (CTA) station and arriving at Wilmette station via Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
The Loop (CTA) to Wilmette bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Washington & Wabash station.
The Loop (CTA) to Wilmette bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Central Street & Lawndale station.
The distance between The Loop (CTA) and Wilmette is 22.3 km. The road distance is 57 km.
You can take a vehicle from The Loop (CTA) to Central Street & Lawndale via Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Wabash, and Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 2h 2m.