What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) is to line 126 bus which costs $3 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $5 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jackson & Chicago River and arriving at Jackson & State. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Blue and arriving at Jackson-Blue. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

The line 126 bus from Jackson & Chicago River to Jackson & State takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Jackson & Chicago River station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) train from?

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

Where can I stay near Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Jackson Station (CTA Red Line).

Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)

Q: How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) is 2826 feet.

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) without a car is to line 126 bus which takes 6 min and costs $3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 126 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson & Chicago River to Jackson & Statebus 1 / ...
6 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Blue to Jackson-Bluesubway Blue Line
8 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)taxi 4,770 ft
1 min
$5–7
Walk
1. Take the foot from Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line)walk 3,430 ft
12 min

Chicago Union Station to Jackson Station (CTA Red Line) by bus

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Distance: 2,830 ft
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Jackson Station (CTA Red Line), IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Jackson & Chicago River to Jackson & State every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clinton-Blue to Jackson-Blue every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 3 min.

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