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

The cheapest way to get from Uptown to Chicago is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Uptown to Chicago is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Uptown and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marine Drive & Wilson and arriving at Wacker. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Uptown and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ravenswood and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Uptown to Chicago?

The distance between Uptown and Chicago is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Uptown to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $3 - $5.

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

The train from Ravenswood to Chicago OTC takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Uptown to Chicago bus from?

Uptown to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Marine Drive & Wilson station.

Where do I catch the Uptown to Chicago train from?

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

Train or bus from Uptown to Chicago?

The best way to get from Uptown to Chicago is to train which takes 18 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 146 bus, which costs $3 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Uptown to Chicago bus arrive?

Uptown to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Wacker station.

Where does the Uptown to Chicago train arrive?

Uptown to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Uptown to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Uptown to Chicago is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Uptown to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Chicago.

Uptown to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via train, line 146 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Uptown 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 Ravenswood to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
18 min
$3–5
Drive 6.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Uptown to Chicagocar 6.8 mi
11 min
$2
Line 146 bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Drive & Wilson to Wackerbus 136 / ...
31 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Uptown to Chicagotaxi 6.8 mi
11 min
$24–29
Subway
1. Take the subway from Wilson-South Inner to Jackson-Redsubway Red Line / ...
24 min
$2–5

Uptown to Chicago by train

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18 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Uptown, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Ravenswood to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Marine Drive & Wilson to Wacker every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 31 min.

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