What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Oak Park?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Oak Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Oak Park?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Oak Park is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $25 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison & Clinton and arriving at Madison & Mayfield. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Oak Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Chicago to Oak Park?

The distance between Chicago and Oak Park is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Oak Park without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Oak Park without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Oak Park?

The train from Chicago OTC to Oak Park takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Oak Park bus from?

Chicago to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Clinton station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Oak Park train from?

Chicago to Oak Park train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Oak Park?

The best way to get from Chicago to Oak Park is to train which takes 16 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus, which costs $3 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Chicago to Oak Park bus arrive?

Chicago to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Madison & Mayfield station.

Where does the Chicago to Oak Park train arrive?

Chicago to Oak Park train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Oak Park station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Oak Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Oak Park is 9 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Chicago to Oak Park.

Where can I stay near Oak Park?

There are 1264+ hotels available in Oak Park.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Oak Parktrain Up-W
16 min
$3–5
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Oak Parkcar 8.9 mi
12 min
$2–3
Line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Clinton to Madison & Mayfieldbus 20
41 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Oak Parktaxi 8.9 mi
12 min
$25–31
Subway
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Ridgelandsubway Green Line
28 min
$2–5

Chicago to Oak Park by train

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Oak Park, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Oak Park hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Madison & Clinton to Madison & Mayfield every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 41 min.

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