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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station is to line 29 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and State Street Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station. However, there are services departing from State & Jackson and arriving at Michigan & 121st Street via 95th Red Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and State Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Van Buren St. and arriving at State St.. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and State Street Station is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

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

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

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

Chicago Union Station to State Street Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from Van Buren St. station.

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to State Street Station bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to State Street Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at 95th Red Line Station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to State Street Station train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to State Street Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at State St. station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to State Street Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station.

Where can I stay near State Street Station?

There are 132+ hotels available in State Street Station.

Chicago Union Station to State Street Station

Q: How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Chicago Union Station to State Street Station, including transfers.

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

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Subway, line 34 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Jackson-Red to 95thsubway Red Line
2. Take the bus from 95th Red Line Station to Michigan & 121st Streetbus 34
58 min
$6–8
Line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from State & Jackson to 95th Red Line Stationbus 29
1h 22m
$2
Train
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to State St.train Me
1h 5m
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago Union Station to State Street Stationtaxi 15.2 mi
21 min
$40–50
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to State Street Stationcar 15.2 mi
21 min
$3–4

Chicago Union Station to State Street Station by foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Metra operates a train from Van Buren St. to State St. every 2 hours. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Jackson to 95th Red Line Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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