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Two ways to Travel from Northwestern University to Chicago
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Chicago Transit (CTA)
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+1 888-968-7282
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Train from Foster to Harold
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.81–$5.88
Bus from Sheridan & Foster to Paulina
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.61
Bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago?
The cheapest way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago is to line 201 bus and line 147 bus which costs $2.22 and takes 1h 30m.
What is the fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago?
The fastest way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $43.48 - $52.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Northwestern University and Chicago?
No, there is no direct bus from Northwestern University to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Sheridan & Foster and arriving at Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells via Paulina & Howard Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Is there a direct train between Northwestern University and Chicago?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Foster and arriving at Harold Washington Library. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.
How far is it from Northwestern University to Chicago?
The distance between Northwestern University and Chicago is 23 km. The road distance is 22.4 km.
How do I travel from Northwestern University to Chicago without a car?
The best way to get from Northwestern University to Chicago without a car is to subway which takes 1h and costs $2.39 - $5 .
How long does it take to get from Northwestern University to Chicago?
The subway from Foster to Harold Washington Library takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Chicago bus from?
Northwestern University to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Sheridan & Foster station.
Where do I catch the Northwestern University to Chicago train from?
Northwestern University to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Foster station.
Where does the Northwestern University to Chicago bus arrive?
Northwestern University to Chicago bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.
What is the time difference between Northwestern University and Chicago?
It is currently 02:34 at both, Northwestern University and Chicago.
Where does the Northwestern University to Chicago train arrive?
Northwestern University to Chicago train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Harold Washington Library station.
Can I drive from Northwestern University to Chicago?
Yes, the driving distance between Northwestern University to Chicago is 22 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Northwestern University to Chicago.
Where can I stay near Chicago?
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