What is the cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

The fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $25 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln Square and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Foster & Western and arriving at Halsted & Monroe via Broadway & Foster and Halsted & Waveland/Broadway Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln Square and The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ravenswood and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Lincoln Square and The Loop (CTA) is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

The train from Ravenswood to Chicago OTC takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Broadway & Foster station.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) train from?

Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Ravenswood station.

Train or bus from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 26 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 36 bus and line 8 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Broadway & W. Sheridan station.

Where does the Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1089+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 49 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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 Ravenswood to Chicago OTCUp-N
26 min
Drive 7.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)7.5 mi
11 min
$2
Line 49 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Western & Foster to Western & Hubbard49
2. Take the train from Western Ave to Chicago Union StationMd-N / ...
1h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lincoln Square to The Loop (CTA)7.5 mi
11 min
$25–31
Subway
1. Take the subway from Western-Brown to LaSalle/Van BurenBrown Line
1h 3m
$2–5
Line 36 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway & Foster to Broadway & W. Sheridan36
2. Take the bus from Halsted & Waveland/Broadway Terminal to Halsted & Monroe8
1h 20m
$5

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Lincoln Square, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Ravenswood to Chicago OTC hourly, and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foster & Western to The Loop (CTA) via Broadway & Foster, Broadway & W. Sheridan, Halsted & Waveland/Broadway Terminal, and Halsted & Monroe in around 1h 20m.

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