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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Polk Station is to line 157 bus which costs $3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Polk Station is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $8 - $11.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clinton & Jackson and arriving at Polk Pink Line Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Quincy and arriving at Polk. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

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

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Polk Station is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Polk Station without a car is to line 157 bus which takes 17 min and costs $3.

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

The line 157 bus from Clinton & Jackson to Polk Pink Line Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clinton & Jackson station.

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

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Quincy station.

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

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Polk Pink Line Station.

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

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Polk station.

Where can I stay near Polk Station?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Polk Station.

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station - 4 ways to travel via line 157 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Polk Station by bus, subway, taxi, or foot

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Line 157 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clinton & Jackson to Polk Pink Line Stationbus 7 / ...
17 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Polksubway Pink Line
18 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to Polk Stationtaxi 2.1 mi
3 min
$8–11
Walk
1. Take the walk from Chicago Union Station to Polk Stationwalk 1.9 mi
37 min

Chicago Union Station to Polk Station by bus

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Clinton & Jackson to Polk Pink Line Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Quincy to Polk every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 11 min.

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