What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Uptown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wacker and arriving at Marine Drive & Montrose. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Uptown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Ravenswood. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Uptown is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

The train from Chicago OTC to Ravenswood takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Uptown bus from?

Chicago Loop to Uptown bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Wacker station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Uptown train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown is to train which takes 13 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 146 bus, which costs $3 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Uptown bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Uptown bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Marine Drive & Montrose station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Uptown train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Uptown train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Ravenswood station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Uptown?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Uptown is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Uptown.

Where can I stay near Uptown?

There are 1392+ hotels available in Uptown.

Chicago Loop to Uptown - 5 ways to travel via train, line 146 bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Uptown 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 Ravenswoodtrain Up-N
13 min
$3–5
Drive 6.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Uptowncar 6.2 mi
10 min
$2
Line 146 bus
1. Take the bus from Wacker to Marine Drive & Montrosebus 136 / ...
26 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Uptowntaxi 6.2 mi
10 min
$22–27
Subway
1. Take the subway from Lake to Wilson-North Innersubway Red Line
22 min
$2–5

Chicago Loop to Uptown by train

222Weekly Trains

13 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Ravenswood hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Wacker to Marine Drive & Montrose every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 26 min.

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