What is the cheapest way to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between West Ridge and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clark & Arthur and arriving at Clark & Randolph. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between West Ridge and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howard and arriving at Clark/Lake. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from West Ridge to Chicago Loop?

The distance between West Ridge and Chicago Loop is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop without a car is to subway which takes 29 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop?

The subway from Howard to Clark/Lake takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the West Ridge to Chicago Loop bus from?

West Ridge to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clark & Arthur station.

Where do I catch the West Ridge to Chicago Loop train from?

West Ridge to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Howard station.

Where does the West Ridge to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

West Ridge to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Clark & Randolph station.

Where does the West Ridge to Chicago Loop train arrive?

West Ridge to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Clark/Lake station.

Can I drive from West Ridge to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between West Ridge to Chicago Loop is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from West Ridge to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

West Ridge to Chicago Loop - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 22 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from West Ridge to Chicago Loop by subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Howard to Clark/Lakesubway Purple Line
29 min
$2–5
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Clark & Arthur to Clark & Randolphbus 22
1h 2m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Ridge to Chicago Looptaxi 9.4 mi
16 min
$30–40
Drive 9.4 mi
1. Drive from West Ridge to Chicago Loopcar 9.4 mi
16 min
$2–3

West Ridge to Chicago Loop by subway

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29 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 10.4 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between West Ridge, Cook County, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Howard to Clark/Lake every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Clark & Arthur to Clark & Randolph every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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