What is the cheapest way to get from River Forest to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from River Forest to Chicago is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from River Forest to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from River Forest to Chicago is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between River Forest and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from River Forest to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Harlem Ave & Augusta St and arriving at Dearborn & Harrison via Archer & Neva Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between River Forest and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harlem-Green and arriving at Adams/Wabash. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from River Forest to Chicago?

The distance between River Forest and Chicago is 10 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from River Forest to Chicago without a car is to subway which takes 34 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from River Forest to Chicago?

The subway from Harlem-Green to Adams/Wabash takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the River Forest to Chicago bus from?

River Forest to Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Harlem Ave & Augusta St station.

Where do I catch the River Forest to Chicago train from?

River Forest to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Harlem-Green station.

Where does the River Forest to Chicago bus arrive?

River Forest to Chicago bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Harlem Ave & Archer Ave station.

Where does the River Forest to Chicago train arrive?

River Forest to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Adams/Wabash station.

Can I drive from River Forest to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between River Forest to Chicago is 11 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from River Forest to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1193+ hotels available in Chicago.

River Forest to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 307 bus

There are 4 ways to get from River Forest to Chicago by subway, bus, 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Harlem-Green to Adams/Wabashsubway Green Line
34 min
$2–5
Line 307 bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Harlem Ave & Augusta St to Harlem Ave & Archer Avebus 307
2. Take the bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to Dearborn & Harrisonbus 62
1h 42m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from River Forest to Chicagotaxi 11.3 mi
16 min
$30–40
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from River Forest to Chicagocar 11.3 mi
16 min
$3

River Forest to Chicago by subway

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Map of how to get from River Forest to Chicago.

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Distance: 9.6 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between River Forest, Cook County, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Harlem-Green to Adams/Wabash every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harlem Ave & Augusta St to Dearborn & Harrison via Harlem Ave & Archer Ave and Archer & Neva Terminal in around 1h 42m.

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