What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ashburn?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ashburn is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Ashburn?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Ashburn is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Ashburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Ashburn. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at 79th Street & St. Louis via 79th Street & Lafayette. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Ashburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Wrightwood. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Chicago to Ashburn?

The distance between Chicago and Ashburn is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Ashburn without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ashburn without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Ashburn?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Wrightwood takes 25 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ashburn bus from?

Chicago to Ashburn bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ashburn train from?

Chicago to Ashburn train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Ashburn?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ashburn is to train which takes 25 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus and line 79 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Chicago to Ashburn bus arrive?

Chicago to Ashburn bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Lafayette & 79th Street station.

Where does the Chicago to Ashburn train arrive?

Chicago to Ashburn train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Wrightwood station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Ashburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Ashburn is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Chicago to Ashburn.

Where can I stay near Ashburn?

There are 1268+ hotels available in Ashburn.

Chicago to Ashburn - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 79 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Ashburn by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Wrightwoodtrain Sws
25 min
$3–5
Drive 11.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Ashburncar 11.4 mi
20 min
$2–3
Subway, line 79 bus
1. Take the subway from Harrison to 79thsubway Red Line
2. Take the bus from 79th Street & Lafayette to 79th Street & Central Parkbus 79
54 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Ashburntaxi 11.4 mi
20 min
$30–40
Line 29 bus, line 79 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive to Lafayette & 79th Streetbus 29
2. Take the bus from 79th Street & Lafayette to 79th Street & St. Louisbus 79
1h 16m
$2

Chicago to Ashburn by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Ashburn, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Wrightwood every 3 hours. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive to 79th Street & St. Louis via 79th Street & Lafayette in around 1h 16m.

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