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

The cheapest way to get from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Foster Station and Chicago Union Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station. However, there are services departing from Emerson & Maple and arriving at Washington & Canal via Milwaukee & Kedzie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Foster Station and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Evanston and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station?

The distance between Foster Station and Chicago Union Station is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

How do I travel from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station?

The train from Evanston to Chicago OTC takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Foster Station to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Emerson & Maple station.

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

Foster Station to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from Evanston station.

Train or bus from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station is to train which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 93 bus and line 56 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Foster Station to Chicago Union Station bus arrive?

Foster Station to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Logan Square Blue Line Station.

Where does the Foster Station to Chicago Union Station train arrive?

Foster Station to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Foster Station to Chicago Union Station is 14 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station.

Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

There are 1331+ hotels available in Chicago Union Station.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
45 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Foster to Quincysubway Purple Line
1h
$2–5
Line 93 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Emerson & Maple to Logan Square Blue Line Stationbus 93
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee & Kedzie to Washington & Canalbus 56
1h 54m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Foster Station to Chicago Union Stationtaxi 13.5 mi
21 min
$40–55
Drive 13.5 mi
1. Drive from Foster Station to Chicago Union Stationcar 13.5 mi
21 min
$3–4

Foster Station to Chicago Union Station by foot and train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Foster Station to Chicago Union Station via Emerson & Maple, Logan Square Blue Line Station, Milwaukee & Kedzie, and Washington & Canal in around 1h 54m.

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