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Trip Overview

The average bus between Wilmette and Chicago takes 1h 41m and the fastest bus takes 1h 24m. There is an hourly bus service from Wilmette to Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 41m
Duration
35 mi
Distance
$2
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wilmette to Chicago bus times

Buses run hourly between Wilmette and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wilmette is at 7:21 PM which arrives into Chicago at 8:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 39m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 24m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 36m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 33m • 1 change
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Chicago Transit (CTA)1h 40m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wilmette to Chicago? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 35 mi
  • Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Central Street & Lawndale to Michigan & Jackson via Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 1h 36m.

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