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How to get fromTerminal 1 to Chicagoby subway, bus, taxi, rideshare or car

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There are 5 ways to get from Terminal 1 to Chicago by subway, bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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  1. Subway

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    1. Take the subway from O'Hare to Jackson-BluesubwayBlue Line
    47 min
    $2–5

  2. Line 56 bus

    1. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Canalbus56
    1h 29m
    $6–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Terminal 1 to Chicagotaxi18.6 mi
    24 min
    $55–70

  4. Airport Transfer

    1. Take the rideshare from Chicago O'Hare-ORD to Chicagorideshare18.6 mi
    24 min
    $45–60

  5. Drive 18.6 mi

    1. Drive from Terminal 1 to Chicagocar18.6 mi
    24 min
    $4–5

Terminal 1 to Chicago by foot and subway

Calendar1363Weekly Services
Duration47 minAverage Duration
Ticket$2Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Terminal 1, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from O'Hare to Jackson-Blue every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Canal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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