- Distance: 14.5 mi
- Duration: 42 min
The average train between Northwestern University and Chicago takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Northwestern University 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.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Northwestern University and Chicago. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwestern University is at 6:30 PM which arrives into Chicago at 7:12 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Northwestern University station and arriving at Chicago station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 5 times a week. The journey takes approximately 42 min.
Northwestern University to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Foster station.
Northwestern University to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Harold Washington Library station.
The distance between Northwestern University and Chicago is 20.4 km. The road distance is 23 km.
Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Foster to Harold Washington Library every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 43 min.
