What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

The fastest way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose Park and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Lake St & 21st Ave and arriving at Halsted & Madison via Madison & Austin Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose Park and The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melrose Park and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Melrose Park and The Loop (CTA) is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

The train from Melrose Park to Chicago OTC takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Lake St & 21st Ave station.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) train from?

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

Train or bus from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 39 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 309 bus and line 20 bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Lake St & Austin Blvd station.

Where does the Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1295+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 309 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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best
1. Take the train from Melrose Park to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
39 min
$3–5
Line 309 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Lake St & 21st Ave to Lake St & Austin Blvdbus 309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison & Austin Terminal to Halsted & Madisonbus 20
1h 26m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)taxi 11.8 mi
22 min
$30–40
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA)car 11.8 mi
22 min
$3–4
Line 303 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Broadway Ave & Division St to Forest Park CTA Stationbus 303
2. Take the subway from Forest Park to UIC-Halstedsubway Blue Line
1h 5m
$4–7

Melrose Park to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

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Distance: 11.9 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Melrose Park, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Melrose Park to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lake St & 21st Ave to The Loop (CTA) via Lake St & Austin Blvd, Madison & Austin Terminal, and Halsted & Madison in around 1h 26m.

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