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

The cheapest way to get from Wilmette to Chicago is to line 201 bus and line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wilmette to Chicago is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Wilmette and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Wilmette to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Central Street & Lawndale and arriving at Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells via Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Wilmette and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wilmette and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Wilmette to Chicago?

The distance between Wilmette and Chicago is 14 miles. The road distance is 16.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wilmette to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $4 - $5.

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

The train from Wilmette to Chicago OTC takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Chicago bus from?

Wilmette to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Central Street & Lawndale station.

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Chicago train from?

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

Train or bus from Wilmette to Chicago?

The best way to get from Wilmette to Chicago is to train which takes 36 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 201 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Wilmette to Chicago bus arrive?

Wilmette to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the Wilmette to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wilmette to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Wilmette to Chicago is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Wilmette to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 946+ hotels available in Chicago.

Wilmette to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Wilmette to Chicago by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wilmette to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
36 min
$4–5
Line 201 bus, line 147 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Street & Lawndale to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 201
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wellsbus 147
1h 37m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wilmette to Chicagotaxi 16.2 mi
26 min
$50–60
Drive 16.2 mi
1. Drive from Wilmette to Chicagocar 16.2 mi
26 min
$3–5

Wilmette to Chicago by train

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36 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Metra operates a train from Wilmette to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Street & Lawndale to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells via Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 1h 37m.

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