What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station is to line 24 bus which costs $3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs $9 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Cermak–Chinatown Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clark & Van Buren and arriving at Wentworth & Cermak. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Chicago Union Station and Cermak–Chinatown Station?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ogilvie/Union and arriving at Chinatown. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Cermak–Chinatown Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jackson-Red and arriving at Cermak-Chinatown. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Cermak–Chinatown Station is 2 miles.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clark & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station train from?

Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jackson-Red station.

Where can I stay near Cermak–Chinatown Station?

There are 1209+ hotels available in Cermak–Chinatown Station.

Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station without a car is to line 126 bus and subway which takes 13 min and costs $4 - $8.

Q: How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station?

It takes approximately 13 min to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station by bus, subway, ferry, taxi, or foot

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Line 126 bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson & Chicago River to Jackson & Dearbornbus 1 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jackson-Red to Cermak-Chinatownsubway Red Line
13 min
$4–8
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Jackson-Red to Cermak-Chinatownsubway Red Line
17 min
$2–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Ogilvie/Union to Chinatownferry Chicago Water Taxi
35 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Stationtaxi 2.4 mi
4 min
$9–12
Walk
1. Take the walk from Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Stationwalk 2.2 mi
42 min
Line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Clark & Van Buren to Wentworth & Cermakbus 24
22 min
$3

Chicago Union Station to Cermak–Chinatown Station by bus and subway

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Cermak–Chinatown Station, IL, USA?

Chicago Water Taxi operates a ferry from Ogilvie/Union to Chinatown hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Jackson-Red to Cermak-Chinatown every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 5 min.

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