What is the cheapest way to get from Summit to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Summit to Chicago is to line 62 bus which costs $3 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Summit to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Summit to Chicago is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Summit and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Archer & Neva Terminal and arriving at State & 11th Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Summit and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Summit and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Summit to Chicago?

The distance between Summit and Chicago is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

How do I travel from Summit to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Summit to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Summit to Chicago?

The train from Summit to Union Station takes 31 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Summit to Chicago bus from?

Summit to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Archer & Neva Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Summit to Chicago train from?

Summit to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Summit station.

Train or bus from Summit to Chicago?

The best way to get from Summit to Chicago is to train which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 62 bus, which costs $3 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Summit to Chicago bus arrive?

Summit to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at State & 11th Street station.

Where does the Summit to Chicago train arrive?

Summit to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Summit to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Summit to Chicago is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Summit to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Chicago.

Summit to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via train, line 62 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Summit to Chicago by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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 Summit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hc
31 min
$3–5
Line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to State & 11th Streetbus 62
55 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Summit to Chicagotaxi 12.4 mi
17 min
$30–45
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Summit to Chicagocar 12.4 mi
17 min
$3–4
Line 62 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to Pulaski Orange Line Stationbus 62
2. Take the subway from Pulaski-Orange to Harold Washington Librarysubway Orange Line
50 min
$4–7

Summit to Chicago by train

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31 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Metra operates a train from Summit to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to State & 11th Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min.

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