What is the cheapest way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown?

The cheapest way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown?

The fastest way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Park Ridge and Uptown?

No, there is no direct bus from Park Ridge to Uptown. However, there are services departing from Summit & Prospect and arriving at Lawrence & Kenmore via Jefferson Park Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Park Ridge and Uptown?

No, there is no direct train from Park Ridge to Uptown. However, there are services departing from Park Ridge and arriving at Ravenswood via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Park Ridge to Uptown?

The distance between Park Ridge and Uptown is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Park Ridge to Uptown?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Park Ridge to Uptown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Park Ridge to Uptown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Park Ridge to Uptown train from?

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

Train or bus from Park Ridge to Uptown?

The best way to get from Park Ridge to Uptown is to train which takes 49 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 68 bus and line 81 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Park Ridge to Uptown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Park Ridge to Uptown train arrive?

Park Ridge to Uptown train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Park Ridge to Uptown?

Yes, the driving distance between Park Ridge to Uptown is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Park Ridge to Uptown.

Where can I stay near Uptown?

There are 1135+ hotels available in Uptown.

Park Ridge to Uptown - 5 ways to travel via train, line 290 bus, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Park Ridge to Uptown by train, bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Park Ridge to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
49 min
$5
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Park Ridge to Uptowncar 11.1 mi
18 min
$2–3
Line 290 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Park Ridge Metra to Howard CTA Stationbus 290
2. Take the subway from Howard to Wilson-South Innersubway Red Line
56 min
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Park Ridge to Uptowntaxi 11.1 mi
18 min
$35–45
Line 68 bus, line 81 bus
1. Take the bus from Summit & Prospect to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 68
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Lawrence & Kenmorebus 81
1h 1m
$2

Park Ridge to Uptown by train

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Distance: 14.2 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Metra operates a train from Park Ridge to Clybourn hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Summit & Prospect to Lawrence & Kenmore via Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 1h 1m.

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