What is the cheapest way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

The cheapest way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart is to line 68 bus and line 56 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

The fastest way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Park Ridge and Merchandise Mart?

No, there is no direct bus from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart. However, there are services departing from Summit & Prospect and arriving at Desplaines & Kinzie/Milwaukee via Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Park Ridge and Merchandise Mart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Park Ridge and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

The distance between Park Ridge and Merchandise Mart is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart without a car?

The best way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

The train from Park Ridge to Chicago OTC takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart bus from?

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Summit & Prospect station.

Where do I catch the Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart train from?

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart train services, operated by Metra, depart from Park Ridge station.

Train or bus from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

The best way to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart is to train which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 68 bus and line 56 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart bus arrive?

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart train arrive?

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart?

Yes, the driving distance between Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart is 15 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart.

Where can I stay near Merchandise Mart?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Merchandise Mart.

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 68 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Park Ridge to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
45 min
$3–5
Line 68 bus, line 56 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Summit & Prospect to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 68
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Desplaines & Kinzie/Milwaukeebus 56
1h 33m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Park Ridge to Merchandise Marttaxi 14.4 mi
19 min
$45–55
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Park Ridge to Merchandise Martcar 14.4 mi
19 min
$3–4

Park Ridge to Merchandise Mart by train and foot

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Distance: 14.1 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Park Ridge, IL, USA and Merchandise Mart, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Park Ridge to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Summit & Prospect to Merchandise Mart via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Desplaines & Kinzie/Milwaukee in around 1h 33m.

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