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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 8 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $17 - $21.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Halsted & Monroe and arriving at Halsted & Addison. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Monroe-Red and arriving at Addison-Red. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The subway from Monroe-Red to Addison-Red takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Halsted & Monroe station.

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

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

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

There are 1258+ hotels available in Addison Station (CTA Red Line).

Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)

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

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) without a car is to subway which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $5.

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red 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 Monroe-Red to Addison-RedRed Line
33 min
$2–5
Drive 5.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)5.4 mi
8 min
$1–2
Line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Halsted & Monroe to Halsted & Addison8
41 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)5.4 mi
8 min
$17–21
Line 151 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Station Transit Center to Sheridan & Byron151
56 min
$3

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

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33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 6.2 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Monroe-Red to Addison-Red every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Halsted & Monroe to Halsted & Addison every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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