What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $20 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and 51st?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station to 51st. However, there are services departing from Jackson & Chicago River and arriving at King Drive & 51st Street via Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and 51st?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Green and arriving at 51st. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to 51st?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and 51st is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to 51st without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st without a car is to subway which takes 37 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st?

The subway from Clinton-Green to 51st takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to 51st bus from?

Chicago Union Station to 51st bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jackson & Chicago River station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to 51st train from?

Chicago Union Station to 51st train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clinton-Green station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to 51st bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to 51st bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to 51st train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to 51st train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at 51st station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to 51st?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to 51st is 7 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Chicago Union Station to 51st.

Where can I stay near 51st?

There are 1276+ hotels available in 51st.

Chicago Union Station to 51st - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 126 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to 51st by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Green to 51stsubway Green Line
37 min
$2–5
Line 126 bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Jackson & Chicago River to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wellsbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells to King Drive & 51st Streetbus 3
45 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to 51sttaxi 6.7 mi
9 min
$20–24
Drive 6.7 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to 51stcar 6.7 mi
9 min
$2

Chicago Union Station to 51st by foot and subway

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and 51st, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Green to 51st every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jackson & Chicago River to King Drive & 51st Street via Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells in around 45 min.

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