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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station. However, there are services departing from State & Van Buren and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Evanston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Foster Station is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $3 - $5.

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

The train from Chicago OTC to Evanston takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Chicago Union Station to Foster Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

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

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

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station is to train which takes 41 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Foster Station bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Foster Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Foster Station train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Foster Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Foster Station is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station.

Where can I stay near Foster Station?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Foster Station.

Chicago Union Station to Foster Station - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Foster Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
41 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Fostersubway Purple Line
48 min
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
1h 20m
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Foster Stationtaxi 13.4 mi
21 min
$40–55
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Foster Stationcar 13.4 mi
21 min
$3–4

Chicago Union Station to Foster Station by foot and train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Van Buren to Paulina & Howard Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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