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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center is to line 151 bus which costs $3 and takes 7 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center is to line 151 bus which takes 7 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Franklin Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jackson & Canal and arriving at Jackson & Financial Place. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Franklin Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Blue and arriving at Monroe-Blue. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Franklin Center is 3291 feet.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center without a car is to line 151 bus which takes 7 min and costs $3.

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

The line 151 bus from Jackson & Canal to Jackson & Financial Place takes 3 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jackson & Canal station.

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

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clinton-Blue station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jackson & Financial Place station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Monroe-Blue station.

Where can I stay near Franklin Center?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Franklin Center.

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center - 3 ways to travel via line 151 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center by bus, foot, or subway

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Line 151 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson & Canal to Jackson & Financial Placebus 1 / ...
7 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Blue to Monroe-Bluesubway Blue Line
14 min
$2–5
Walk
1. Take the walk from Chicago Union Station to Franklin Centerwalk 2,130 ft
7 min

Chicago Union Station to Franklin Center by bus and foot

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Distance: 3,290 ft
Duration: 7 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Jackson & Canal to Jackson & Financial Place every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 3 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Blue to Monroe-Blue every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 4 min.

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