What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Blue Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Loop to Blue Island. However, there are services departing from State & Washington and arriving at Vermont St & Western Ave via 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Blue Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from LaSalle Street and arriving at Blue Island-Vermont. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Blue Island is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Blue Island without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs $4.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

The train from LaSalle Street to Blue Island-Vermont takes 46 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Blue Island bus from?

Chicago Loop to Blue Island bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Washington station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Blue Island train from?

Chicago Loop to Blue Island train services, operated by Metra, depart from LaSalle Street station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island is to train which takes 46 min and costs $4. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus and line 359 bus, which costs $3 - $6 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Blue Island bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Blue Island bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at 95th Red Line Station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Blue Island train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Blue Island train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Blue Island-Vermont station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Blue Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Blue Island is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Blue Island.

Where can I stay near Blue Island?

There are 134+ hotels available in Blue Island.

Chicago Loop to Blue Island - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 29 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Blue Island by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Blue Island-VermontRi
46 min
$4
Line 29 bus, line 359 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from State & Washington to 95th Red Line Station29 / ...
2. Take the bus from 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O to Vermont St & Western Ave359
1h 58m
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Blue Island16.7 mi
25 min
$45–55
Drive 16.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Blue Island16.7 mi
25 min
$3–5

Chicago Loop to Blue Island by train

217Weekly Trains

46 minAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Blue Island, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from LaSalle Street to Blue Island-Vermont hourly. Tickets cost $4 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State & Washington to Vermont St & Western Ave via 95th Red Line Station and 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay O in around 1h 58m.

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