What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods is to line 56 bus and bus and line 272 bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Riverwoods?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Riverwoods. However, there are services departing from Madison & Clinton and arriving at Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Ln via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Golf Mill Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Chicago to Riverwoods?

The distance between Chicago and Riverwoods is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Riverwoods without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs $15 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Riverwoods?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Chicago to Riverwoods, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Riverwoods bus from?

Chicago to Riverwoods bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Clinton station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Riverwoods?

The best way to get from Chicago to Riverwoods is to train which takes 1h and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and bus and line 272 bus, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Chicago to Riverwoods bus arrive?

Chicago to Riverwoods bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Riverwoods?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Riverwoods is 27 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Chicago to Riverwoods.

Where can I stay near Riverwoods?

There are 302+ hotels available in Riverwoods.

Chicago to Riverwoods - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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 Union Station to Deerfieldtrain Md-N
1h
$16–20
Subway, bus, line 272 bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Jackson-Blue to Jefferson Parksubway
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Golf Mill Stationbus 270
3. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Lnbus 272
1h 58m
$4–9
Drive 26.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Riverwoodscar 26.5 mi
38 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Riverwoodstaxi 26.5 mi
38 min
$80–95
Line 56 bus, bus, line 272 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Clinton to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Golf Mill Stationbus 270
3. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Lnbus 272
2h 24m
$4–6

Chicago to Riverwoods by subway and bus

137Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Riverwoods.

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Riverwoods, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Deerfield hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison & Clinton to Milwaukee Ave & Inverrary Ln via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Golf Mill Station in around 2h 24m.

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