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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Chicago and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Van Buren & Halsted and arriving at Jackson & Austin Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Chicago and Oak Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Clinton-Blue and arriving at Forest Park. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park?

The distance between Downtown Chicago and Oak Park is 10 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park without a car is to subway which takes 40 min and costs $2 - $5.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park, including transfers.

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

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Van Buren & Halsted station.

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

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Clark/Lake station.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Oak Park bus arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jackson & Austin Terminal station.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Oak Park train arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Ridgeland station.

Can I drive from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Chicago to Oak Park is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Downtown Chicago to Oak Park.

Where can I stay near Oak Park?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Oak Park.

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park - 5 ways to travel via subway, and line 126 bus

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Ridgelandsubway Green Line
40 min
$2–5
Line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Van Buren & Halsted to Jackson & Austin Terminalbus 126
44 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Chicago to Oak Parktaxi 8.2 mi
12 min
$24–29
Drive 8.2 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Chicago to Oak Parkcar 8.2 mi
12 min
$2–3
Subway via Forest Park
1. Take the subway from Clinton-Blue to Forest Parksubway Blue Line
42 min
$2–5

Downtown Chicago to Oak Park by foot and subway

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Distance: 9.5 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Clark/Lake to Ridgeland every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Van Buren & Halsted to Jackson & Austin Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 39 min.

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