What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison & Clinton and arriving at Milwaukee & Karlov. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Blue and arriving at Addison-Blue. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

The subway from Clinton-Blue to Addison-Blue takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Clinton station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) train from?

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clinton-Blue station.

Where can I stay near Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Addison Station (CTA Blue Line).

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)

Q: How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) without a car is to subway which takes 30 min and costs $2 - $5.

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) by subway, 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Blue to Addison-BlueBlue Line
30 min
$2–5
Line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Clinton to Milwaukee & Karlov56
1h 10m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)7 mi
9 min
$21–25
Drive 7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line)7 mi
9 min
$2

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Blue Line) by foot and subway

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Addison Station (CTA Blue Line), IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Blue to Addison-Blue every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Madison & Clinton to Milwaukee & Karlov every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 43 min.

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