What is the cheapest way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop is to train which costs $4 - $6 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Oak Forest and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from 159th St & Le Claire Ave and arriving at State & Randolph via Pace Harvey TC Bay A and 95th Red Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Oak Forest and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oak Forest and arriving at LaSalle Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Oak Forest and Chicago Loop is 20 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

How do I travel from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

The train from Oak Forest to LaSalle Street takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Oak Forest to Chicago Loop bus from?

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Pace Harvey TC Bay A station.

Where do I catch the Oak Forest to Chicago Loop train from?

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, depart from Oak Forest station.

Train or bus from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 40 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 352 bus and line 29 bus, which costs $5 - $7 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Oak Forest to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J.

Where does the Oak Forest to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Oak Forest to Chicago Loop is 25 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 352 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Oak Forest to Chicago Loop by train, 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 Oak Forest to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
40 min
$4–6
Line 352 bus, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Pace Harvey TC Bay A to 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay Jbus 352
2. Take the bus from 95th Red Line Station to State & Randolphbus 29 / ...
2h 15m
$6–7
Drive 24.5 mi
1. Drive from Oak Forest to Chicago Loopcar 24.5 mi
31 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oak Forest to Chicago Looptaxi 24.5 mi
31 min
$60–80

Oak Forest to Chicago Loop by train

142Weekly Trains

40 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Oak Forest, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Oak Forest to LaSalle Street hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 159th St & Le Claire Ave to State & Randolph via Pace Harvey TC Bay A, 95th/Dan Ryan CTA Station Bay J, and 95th Red Line Station in around 2h 15m.

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