How to get from Chicago to 79th by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Chicago to 79th by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago to 79th in Chicago, take the 20 bus from Madison & Western (East) station to Washington & State (East) station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Monroe-Red station to 79th station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to 79th on the Moovit app.

59min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to 79th
Leaves from Madison & Western (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Western (East)
    ID 15364
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & State (East)
    ID 448
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    79th
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to 79th
    Walk to
    79th
    West 79th Street
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to 79th

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and 79th, Chicago is approximately 12.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to 79th by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Chicago to 79th

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago to 79th using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago) and destination (79th), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L' and bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Chicago 'L' and bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to 79th?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 20, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago and 79th in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago to 79th in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Western (East) station near Chicago to Washington & State (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Washington & State (East) station near 79th in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago to 79th in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Chicago and 79th in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to 79th in Chicago?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Western (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and 79th in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Washington & State (East) station, which is closest to 79th in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago to 79th?

    The ride from Chicago to 79th costs $2.25.

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