What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Chicago and Winnetka?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka. However, there are services departing from State & Van Buren and arriving at Green Bay Rd & Pine St via Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Chicago and Winnetka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Winnetka. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

The distance between Downtown Chicago and Winnetka is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

The train from Chicago OTC to Winnetka takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Winnetka bus from?

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Chicago to Winnetka train from?

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

The best way to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka is to train which takes 50 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and line 213 bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Winnetka bus arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Rogers & Paulina station.

Where does the Downtown Chicago to Winnetka train arrive?

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Winnetka station.

Can I drive from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Chicago to Winnetka is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka.

Where can I stay near Winnetka?

There are 193+ hotels available in Winnetka.

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 147 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Chicago to Winnetka by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Winnetkatrain Up-N
50 min
$4–5
Line 147 bus, line 213 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Rogers & Paulinabus 147
2. Take the bus from Howard CTA Station to Green Bay Rd & Pine Stbus 213
2h 8m
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Chicago to Winnetkataxi 18 mi
29 min
$55–70
Drive 18 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Chicago to Winnetkacar 18 mi
29 min
$4–5

Downtown Chicago to Winnetka by foot and train

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Distance: 17.4 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Winnetka hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Downtown Chicago to Green Bay Rd & Pine St via State & Van Buren, Rogers & Paulina, and Howard CTA Station in around 2h 8m.

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