What is the cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Riverdale and Chicago Union Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station. However, there are services departing from Indiana Ave & 130th St and arriving at Madison & Clinton via 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Riverdale and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from State St. and arriving at Van Buren St.. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

The distance between Riverdale and Chicago Union Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station without a car is to line 34 bus and subway which takes 1h and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Chicago Union Station bus from?

Riverdale to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Chicago Union Station train from?

Riverdale to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from State St. station.

Train or bus from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Riverdale to Chicago Union Station bus arrive?

Riverdale to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Madison & Clinton station.

Where does the Riverdale to Chicago Union Station train arrive?

Riverdale to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Van Buren St. station.

Can I drive from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverdale to Chicago Union Station is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station.

Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Chicago Union Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverdale to Chicago Union Station by bus, subway, train, taxi, or car

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Line 34 bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Michigan & 123rd Street to 95th Red Line Stationbus 34
2. Take the subway from 95th to Jackson-Redsubway Red Line
1h
$4–8
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverdale to Chicago Union Stationcar 15.8 mi
24 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from State St. to Van Buren St.train Me
1h 8m
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal to Madison & Clintonbus J14
1h 17m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverdale to Chicago Union Stationtaxi 15.8 mi
24 min
$40–55

Riverdale to Chicago Union Station by bus, subway, and foot

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Riverdale, Cook County, IL, USA and Chicago Union Station, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from State St. to Van Buren St. every 3 hours. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from 103rd Street & Stony Island Garage Terminal to Madison & Clinton every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 54 min.

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