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

The cheapest way to get from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $50 - $65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Green Bay Rd & Pine St and arriving at Madison & Halsted via Paulina & Howard Terminal and Madison & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Winnetka and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

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

The distance between Winnetka and The Loop (CTA) is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $2 - $6.

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

The train from Winnetka to Chicago OTC takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Green Bay Rd & Pine St station.

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

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Winnetka station.

Train or bus from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 50 min and costs $2 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $8 - $9 and takes 1h 51m.

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

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Howard CTA Station.

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

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1089+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 213 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Winnetka to Chicago OTCUp-N
50 min
$2–6
Line 213 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Green Bay Rd & Pine St to Howard CTA Station213
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington147
1h 51m
$8–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA)17.3 mi
27 min
$50–65
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Winnetka to The Loop (CTA)17.3 mi
27 min
$4–5

Winnetka to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

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50 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Metra operates a train from Winnetka to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $2–6 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Green Bay Rd & Pine St to The Loop (CTA) via Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington, Madison & Wabash, and Madison & Halsted in around 1h 51m.

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