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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Chinatown is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Chinatown?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Riverside Mall and arriving at Cermak & Clark. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Chinatown?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Chinatown. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Cermak-Chinatown via Jackson-Red. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Riverside to Chinatown?

The distance between Riverside and Chinatown is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Chinatown without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs $5 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Riverside to Chinatown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Chinatown bus from?

Riverside to Chinatown bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from North Riverside Mall station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Chinatown train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Chinatown?

The best way to get from Riverside to Chinatown is to train which takes 49 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus, which costs $3 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Riverside to Chinatown bus arrive?

Riverside to Chinatown bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Cermak & Clark station.

Where does the Riverside to Chinatown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Chinatown?

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

Where can I stay near Chinatown?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Chinatown.

Riverside to Chinatown - 4 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
49 min
$6–9
Drive 10.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Chinatowncar 10.7 mi
18 min
$2–3
Line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from North Riverside Mall to Cermak & Clarkbus 21
59 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside to Chinatowntaxi 10.7 mi
18 min
$30–40

Riverside to Chinatown by train, foot, and subway

164Weekly Services

49 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Riverside, IL, USA and Chinatown, Cook County, 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 North Riverside Mall to Cermak & Clark every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 59 min.

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