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

The cheapest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $4 - $6.

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

No, there is no direct bus from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove. However, there are services departing from Chicago and arriving at Main St & Ogden Ave via Naperville Metra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Downers Grove. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

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

The distance between The Loop (CTA) and Downers Grove is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs .

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

The train from Union Station to Downers Grove takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago station.

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

The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove?

The best way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove is to train which takes 58 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus and line 722 bus, which costs $24 - $45 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Naperville Amtrak Station.

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

The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Downers Grove station.

Can I drive from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove is 22 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove.

Where can I stay near Downers Grove?

There are 320+ hotels available in Downers Grove.

The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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 Chicago Union Station to Downers GroveBnsf
58 min
Drive 21.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove21.9 mi
27 min
$4–6
Bus, line 722 bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Naperville Amtrak StationChicago
2. Take the bus from Naperville Metra to Main St & Ogden Ave722
1h 57m
$25–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Loop (CTA) to Downers Grove21.9 mi
27 min
$55–70

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Downers Grove hourly, and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from The Loop (CTA) to Main St & Ogden Ave via Chicago and Naperville Metra in around 1h 57m.

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