What is the cheapest way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Great Lakes (Station) and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Great Lakes (Station) station to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Highland Park Metra Station and arriving at Michigan & Washington via Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Great Lakes (Station) and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Great Lakes and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Great Lakes (Station) and Chicago Loop is 32 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

How do I travel from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

The train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTC takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop bus from?

Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Highland Park Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop train from?

Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, depart from Great Lakes station.

Train or bus from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Howard CTA Station.

Where does the Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

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Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 13m
$5–7
Line 213 bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Howard CTA Stationbus 213
2. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
2h 48m
$9–11
Drive 35 mi
1. Drive from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loopcar 35 mi
44 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Looptaxi 35 mi
44 min
$90–120

Great Lakes (Station) to Chicago Loop by train

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Great Lakes (Station), IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Great Lakes to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Great Lakes to Michigan & Washington via Highland Park, Highland Park Metra Station, and Paulina & Howard Terminal in around 2h 48m.

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