How to get from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo by bus and train?

From Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo by bus and train

To get from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ME train from Homewood station to Van Buren St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Hollywood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $11.50. The bus and train schedule from Millennium Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Brookfield Zoo on the Moovit app.

140min$11.50
Walk to train station
Train - MEME
Bus - 126
126
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Brookfield Zoo
Leaves from Homewood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Homewood
    0.84 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - MEME
    Wait for train
    ME
    #116| Millennium Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren (North)
    ID 75
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1225| Aurora
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hollywood
    26 min
  • 10
    Walk to Brookfield Zoo
    Walk to
    Brookfield Zoo
    3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513
    0.79 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo

The distance between Millennium Park and Brookfield Zoo is approximately 37.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo

To check the bus and train schedule from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Millennium Park) and destination (Brookfield Zoo), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Train line ME, Bus line 126, Train line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct train between Millennium Park and Brookfield Zoo?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo?

    The ME train line goes from Homewood station near Millennium Park in Homewood to Van Buren St. station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Van Buren St. station near Brookfield Zoo.

  • How long does it take to travel from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Millennium Park and Brookfield Zoo by train and bus is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Millennium Park to get to Brookfield Zoo?

    Get on the ME train from the Homewood station near Millennium Park in Homewood.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Millennium Park and Brookfield Zoo?

    Get off the train at the Van Buren St. station, which is closest to Brookfield Zoo.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo?

    The ride from Millennium Park to Brookfield Zoo costs $11.50.

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