What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Zurich and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Hawthorn Mall and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via Golf Mill Station and Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Zurich and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Barrington and arriving at Chicago OTC via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Lake Zurich and Chicago Loop is 37 miles. The road distance is 33.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $24 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop bus from?

Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Hawthorn Mall station.

Where do I catch the Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop train from?

Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, depart from Barrington station.

Train or bus from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $24 - $30. Alternatively, you can line 272 bus and line 56 bus, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Golf Mill Station.

Where does the Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop is 33 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1306+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 272 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loop by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barrington to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
1h 13m
$25–30
Drive 33.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Zurich to Chicago Loopcar 33.2 mi
48 min
$7–9
Line 272 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Hawthorn Mall to Golf Mill Stationbus 272
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Lasallebus 56
2h 43m
$39–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Zurich to Chicago Looptaxi 33.2 mi
48 min
$100–130

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Lake Zurich, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Barrington to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lake Zurich to Washington & Lasalle via Hawthorn Mall, Golf Mill Station, and Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 2h 43m.

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