What is the cheapest way to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago is to line 213 bus and line 147 bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Recruit Training Command and Downtown Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Great Lakes and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

The distance between Recruit Training Command and Downtown Chicago is 34 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

The train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTC takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago train from?

Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Great Lakes station.

Train or bus from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

The best way to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $3 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $5 - $7 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago train arrive?

Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago is 36 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago.

Where can I stay near Downtown Chicago?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Downtown Chicago.

Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago

There are 4 ways to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTCUp-N
1h 50m
$3–7
Line 213 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Howard CTA Station213
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington147
3h 34m
$5–6
Drive 36.2 mi
1. Drive from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago36.2 mi
47 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago36.2 mi
47 min
$95–120

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Recruit Training Command to Downtown Chicago.

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Distance: 34.1 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Recruit Training Command, IL, USA and Downtown Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Recruit Training Command to Harrison & Jefferson via Great Lakes, Highland Park, Highland Park Metra Station, Paulina & Howard Terminal, and Michigan & Washington in around 3h 34m.

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