What is the cheapest way to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

The cheapest way to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) is to line 29 bus which costs $3 and takes 5 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

The fastest way to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $6 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) and Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from State & Madison and arriving at Illinois & State. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

Is there a direct train between Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) and Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Monroe-Red and arriving at Grand-Red. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

Where do I catch the Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) bus from?

Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Madison station.

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

There are 1212+ hotels available in Grand Station (CTA Red Line).

Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)

Q: How far is it from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

The distance between Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) and Grand Station (CTA Red Line) is 3997 feet.

Q: How do I travel from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) without a car?

The best way to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) without a car is to subway which takes 4 min and costs $2 - $5.

Q: How long does it take to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)?

The subway from Monroe-Red to Grand-Red takes 4 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

There are 4 ways to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) by subway, bus, 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Monroe-Red to Grand-RedRed Line
4 min
$2–5
Line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Madison to Illinois & State29 / ...
5 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)5,180 ft
1 min
$6–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line)4,420 ft
16 min

Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line) by subway

1392Weekly Subways

4 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line) to Grand Station (CTA Red Line).

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Distance: 4,000 ft
Duration: 4 min

What companies run services between Monroe Station (CTA Blue Line), IL, USA and Grand Station (CTA Red Line), IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Monroe-Red to Grand-Red every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 4 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Madison to Illinois & State every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 5 min.

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