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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Austin is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Austin is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $20 - $25.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison & Clinton and arriving at Madison & Long. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Green and arriving at Central-Green. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Austin?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Austin is 7 miles. The road distance is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Austin without a car is to subway which takes 29 min and costs $2 - $5.

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

The subway from Clinton-Green to Central-Green takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Austin bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Austin bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Madison & Long station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Austin train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Austin train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Central-Green station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Austin is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Chicago Union Station to Austin.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Austin.

Chicago Union Station to Austin - 4 ways to travel via subway, and line 20 bus

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

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Clinton-Green to Central-Greensubway Green Line
29 min
$2–5
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Clinton to Madison & Longbus 20
42 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Austintaxi 6.9 mi
11 min
$20–25
Drive 6.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Austincar 6.9 mi
11 min
$2

Chicago Union Station to Austin by foot and subway

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Green to Central-Green every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Madison & Clinton to Madison & Long every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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