What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison & Franklin and arriving at Madison & Austin. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Oak Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Oak Park is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Oak Park without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

The train from Chicago OTC to Oak Park takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Oak Park bus from?

Chicago Loop to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Franklin station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Oak Park train from?

Chicago Loop to Oak Park train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus, which costs $3 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Oak Park bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Madison & Austin station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Oak Park train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Oak Park train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Oak Park station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Oak Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Oak Park is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Oak Park.

Where can I stay near Oak Park?

There are 1391+ hotels available in Oak Park.

Chicago Loop to Oak Park - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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 Chicago OTC to Oak Parktrain Up-W
16 min
$3–5
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Oak Parkcar 8 mi
14 min
$2–3
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Franklin to Madison & Austinbus 20
44 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Oak Parktaxi 8 mi
14 min
$23–28
Subway
1. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Ridgelandsubway Green Line
25 min
$2–5

Chicago Loop to Oak Park by train

159Weekly Trains

16 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago Loop to Oak Park.

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Oak Park, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Oak Park hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Madison & Franklin to Madison & Austin every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 44 min.

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