What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center is to line 156 bus which costs $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $5 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and James R. Thompson Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jackson & Chicago River and arriving at LaSalle & Randolph. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and James R. Thompson Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Blue and arriving at Clark/Lake. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and James R. Thompson Center is 5099 feet.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center?

The line 156 bus from Jackson & Chicago River to LaSalle & Randolph takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center bus from?

Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jackson & Chicago River station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center train from?

Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clinton-Blue station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at LaSalle & Randolph station.

Where can I stay near James R. Thompson Center?

There are 1279+ hotels available in James R. Thompson Center.

Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center without a car is to line 156 bus which takes 11 min and costs $3.

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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

Line 156 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson & Chicago River to LaSalle & Randolphbus 156
11 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Blue to Clark/Lakesubway Blue Line
13 min
$2–5
Line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Jefferson & Jackson to Washington & Lasallebus 60 / ...
16 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Centertaxi 4,680 ft
1 min
$5–7
Walk
1. Take the foot from Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Centerwalk 4,730 ft
17 min

Chicago Union Station to James R. Thompson Center by bus and foot

305Weekly Services

11 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,100 ft
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and James R. Thompson Center, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Jackson & Chicago River to LaSalle & Randolph every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Blue to Clark/Lake every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 7 min.

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