What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Chicago is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Chicago is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Harlem Ave & Quincy St/34th St and arriving at Dearborn & Harrison via Archer & Neva Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Riverside to Chicago?

The distance between Riverside and Chicago is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Chicago?

The train from Riverside to Union Station takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Chicago bus from?

Riverside to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Archer & Neva Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Chicago train from?

Riverside to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Riverside station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Chicago?

The best way to get from Riverside to Chicago is to train which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 62 bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Riverside to Chicago bus arrive?

Riverside to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Dearborn & Harrison station.

Where does the Riverside to Chicago train arrive?

Riverside to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Chicago is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Riverside to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Chicago.

Riverside to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, line 62 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Chicago by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Riverside to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
28 min
$3–5
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Chicagocar 10.9 mi
18 min
$2–3
Line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to Dearborn & Harrisonbus 62
1h 17m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside to Chicagotaxi 10.9 mi
18 min
$30–40

Riverside to Chicago by train

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Distance: 10.8 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Riverside, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Riverside to Chicago Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Archer & Neva Terminal to Dearborn & Harrison every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 59 min.

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