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

The cheapest way to get from Uptown to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Uptown to Chicago Loop is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Uptown and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marine Drive & Montrose and arriving at Wacker & State. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Uptown and Chicago Loop?

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 Loop?

The distance between Uptown and Chicago Loop is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Uptown to Chicago Loop 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 Loop?

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

Where do I catch the Uptown to Chicago Loop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Uptown to Chicago Loop train from?

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

Train or bus from Uptown to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Uptown to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 18 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 146 bus, which costs $3 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Uptown to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

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

Where does the Uptown to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Uptown to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Uptown to Chicago Loop is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Uptown to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1315+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ravenswood to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
18 min
$3–5
Drive 6.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Uptown to Chicago Loopcar 6.1 mi
10 min
$1–2
Line 146 bus
1. Take the bus from Marine Drive & Montrose to Wacker & Statebus 136 / ...
33 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Uptown to Chicago Looptaxi 6.1 mi
10 min
$21–25
Subway
1. Take the subway from Wilson-South Inner to Lakesubway Red Line
22 min
$2–5

Uptown to Chicago Loop by train

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Uptown, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, 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 & Montrose to Wacker & State every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min.

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