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

The cheapest way to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA) is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Skokie to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Crawford Ave & Madison St and arriving at Madison & Halsted via Paulina & Howard Terminal and Madison & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Main St. and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

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

The distance between Skokie and The Loop (CTA) is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs .

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

The train from Main St. to Chicago OTC takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Skokie to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

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

Skokie to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Main St. station.

Train or bus from Skokie to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 36 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $8 - $9 and takes 1h 35m.

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

Skokie to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Washington station.

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

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

Can I drive from Skokie to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Skokie to The Loop (CTA) is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Skokie to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1264+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Skokie to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Skokie to The Loop (CTA).

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Distance: 11.5 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Metra operates a train from Main St. to Chicago OTC hourly, and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 52 min.

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