What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Glendale Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights. However, there are services departing from Madison & Franklin and arriving at Glen Ellyn/Winthrop via Cermak & Pulaski, North Riverside Park Mall and Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Glendale Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights. However, there are services departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Glen Ellyn via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Glendale Heights is 26 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights bus from?

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Franklin station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights train from?

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can line 157 bus and line 322 bus and line 715 bus, which costs $8 - $10 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Pulaski & Cermak station.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights train arrive?

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Glen Ellyn station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights is 26 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights.

Where can I stay near Glendale Heights?

There are 352+ hotels available in Glendale Heights.

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 157 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Glen Ellyntrain Up-W
1h 54m
$6–8
Drive 25.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heightscar 25.5 mi
36 min
$5–7
Line 157 bus, line 322 bus, line 715 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Franklin to Pulaski & Cermakbus 157
2. Take the bus from North Riverside Park Mall to Yorktown Centerbus 322
3. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to Glen Ellyn/Winthropbus 715
3h 42m
$8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Glendale Heightstaxi 25.5 mi
36 min
$65–80

Chicago Loop to Glendale Heights by train and bus

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Glendale Heights, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Glen Ellyn hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison & Franklin to Glen Ellyn/Winthrop via Pulaski & Cermak, Cermak & Pulaski, North Riverside Park Mall, and Yorktown Center in around 3h 42m.

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