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How to get fromChicago Union Station to NBC Towerby bus, ferry, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to NBC Tower by bus, ferry, or taxi

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  1. Line 124 bus

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    1. Take the bus from Clinton & Quincy to Columbus & North Waterbus bus 124
    16 min
    $3

  2. Ferry

    1. Take the ferry from Ogilvie/Union to Michigan Avenueferry ferry Chicago Water Taxi
    26 min
    $6

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to NBC Towertaxi taxi 1.7 mi
    3 min
    $7–10

  4. Line 151 bus

    1. Take the bus from Union Station Transit Center to Michigan & Hubbardbus bus 151
    19 min
    $3

Chicago Union Station to NBC Tower by bus and foot

Calendar256Weekly Services
Duration16 minAverage Duration
Ticket$3Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 2.7 mi
  • Duration: 16 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Clinton & Quincy to Columbus & North Water every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Chicago Water Taxi operates a ferry from Ogilvie/Union to Michigan Avenue hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 15 min.

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