What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) is to train which costs $5 - $6 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

The fastest way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Forest and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Forest station to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Highland Park Metra Station and arriving at Madison & Halsted via Paulina & Howard Terminal and Madison & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Forest and The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lake Forest. and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Lake Forest and The Loop (CTA) is 29 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $5 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

The train from Lake Forest. to Chicago OTC takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Highland Park Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) train from?

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Lake Forest. station.

Train or bus from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and line 147 bus, which costs $11 - $14 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Howard CTA Station.

Where does the Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) is 31 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1331+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 213 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lake Forest. to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 14m
$5–6
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 57m
$11–14
Drive 31 mi
1. Drive from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)car 31 mi
38 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA)taxi 31 mi
38 min
$80–100

Lake Forest to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Lake Forest, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Lake Forest. to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–6 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lake Forest. to The Loop (CTA) via Highland Park, Highland Park Metra Station, Paulina & Howard Terminal, Michigan & Washington, Madison & Wabash, and Madison & Halsted in around 2h 57m.

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