What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to West Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to West Ridge is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to West Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to West Ridge is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and West Ridge?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from State & Van Buren and arriving at Sheridan & Foster. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and West Ridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harold Washington Library and arriving at Howard. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Chicago to West Ridge?

The distance between Chicago and West Ridge is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to West Ridge without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to West Ridge without a car is to line 147 bus which takes 30 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to West Ridge?

The line 147 bus from State & Van Buren to Sheridan & Foster takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chicago to West Ridge bus from?

Chicago to West Ridge bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to West Ridge train from?

Chicago to West Ridge train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Harold Washington Library station.

Where does the Chicago to West Ridge bus arrive?

Chicago to West Ridge bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Sheridan & Foster station.

Where does the Chicago to West Ridge train arrive?

Chicago to West Ridge train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Howard station.

Can I drive from Chicago to West Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to West Ridge is 10 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Chicago to West Ridge.

Where can I stay near West Ridge?

There are 1261+ hotels available in West Ridge.

Chicago to West Ridge - 4 ways to travel via line 147 bus, subway, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to West Ridge by bus, subway, 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.

Line 147 bus
best
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Sheridan & Fosterbus 147 / ...
30 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Harold Washington Library to Howardsubway Purple Line
35 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to West Ridgetaxi 10.4 mi
16 min
$30–45
Drive 10.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to West Ridgecar 10.4 mi
16 min
$2–3

Chicago to West Ridge by bus

709Weekly Buses

30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and West Ridge, Cook County, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Van Buren to Sheridan & Foster every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Harold Washington Library to Howard every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 35 min.

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