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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Algonquin?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin. However, there are services departing from Madison & Clinton and arriving at Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride via Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Algonquin?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin. However, there are services departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Cary via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Algonquin is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $22 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin, including transfers.

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

Chicago Union Station to Algonquin bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Clinton station.

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

Chicago Union Station to Algonquin train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $22 - $28. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Algonquin bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Algonquin bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Algonquin train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Algonquin train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Algonquin is 42 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin.

Where can I stay near Algonquin?

There are 116+ hotels available in Algonquin.

Chicago Union Station to Algonquin - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Carytrain Up-Nw
1h 27m
$23–28
Drive 41.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Algonquincar 41.3 mi
51 min
$8–11
Line 56 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Clinton to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
2h 41m
$32–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Algonquintaxi 41.3 mi
51 min
$130–160

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Cary hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chicago Union Station to Algonquin via Madison & Clinton, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Jefferson Park, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 2h 41m.

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