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Two ways to Travel from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive
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Transport providers
Train operators
Metra
Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Van Buren St. to Cheltenham
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.55–$6.11
Chicago Transit (CTA)
Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Bus from Michigan & Harrison to S.
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.52
Bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive to 79th
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.52
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
The cheapest way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive is to line 26 bus which costs $2.15 and takes 35 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
The fastest way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $28.26 - $34.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Chicago and 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Michigan & Harrison and arriving at S. Shore Drive & 79th Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.
Is there a direct train between Chicago and 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Van Buren St. and arriving at Cheltenham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.
How far is it from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
The distance between Chicago and 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive is 17 km. The road distance is 17.4 km.
How do I travel from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive without a car?
The best way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive without a car is to line 26 bus which takes 35 min and costs $2.15 .
How long does it take to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
The line 26 bus from Michigan & Harrison to S. Shore Drive & 79th Street takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive bus from?
Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Michigan & Harrison station.
Where do I catch the Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive train from?
Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive train services, operated by Metra, depart from Van Buren St. station.
Train or bus from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
The best way to get from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive is to line 26 bus which takes 35 min and costs $2.15 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $5.22 and takes 38 min.
Where does the Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive bus arrive?
Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at S. Shore Drive & 79th Street station.
Where does the Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive train arrive?
Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Cheltenham station.
Can I drive from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive is 17 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Chicago to 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive.
Where can I stay near 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive?
There are 1152+ hotels available in 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive. Prices start at $55.23 per night.
