How to get from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by train?

From Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by train

Take one direct train from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield: take the BNSF train from Chicago Union Station station to Hollywood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $3.75. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brookfield Zoo on the Moovit app.

44min$3.75
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Brookfield Zoo
Leaves from Chicago Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chicago Union Station
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1221| Aurora
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hollywood
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Brookfield Zoo
    Walk to
    Brookfield Zoo
    3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513
    0.79 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo you’ll need to take one Chicago 'L' line and 2 bus lines: take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton-Blue station to Forest Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 308 bus and finally take the 331 bus from 1st Ave & Roosevelt Rd station to 31st/Golf View/Brookfield Zoo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brookfield Zoo on the Moovit app.

80min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 308
308
Bus - 331
331
Walk to Brookfield Zoo
Leaves from Clinton-Blue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Forest Park
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 308308
    Wait for bus
    308
    Tripp Ave & Building 228 Ent.
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st Ave & Roosevelt Rd
    ID 6727
    7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    Brookfield Village Hall (Layover)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    31st/Golf View/Brookfield Zoo
    ID 8175
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brookfield Zoo
    Walk to
    Brookfield Zoo
    3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Brookfield Zoo is approximately 12.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Brookfield – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo

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

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From Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo you’ll need to take one Chicago 'L' line and 2 bus lines: take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton-Blue station to Forest Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 308 bus and finally take the 331 bus from 1st Ave & Roosevelt Rd station to 31st/Golf View/Brookfield Zoo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The train schedule from Chicago Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Brookfield Zoo on the Moovit app.

80min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 308
308
Bus - 331
331
Walk to Brookfield Zoo
Leaves from Clinton-Blue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Forest Park
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Park Cta Station
    ID 6269
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 308308
    Wait for bus
    308
    Tripp Ave & Building 228 Ent.
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    1st Ave & Roosevelt Rd
    ID 6727
    7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 331331
    Wait for bus
    331
    Brookfield Village Hall (Layover)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    31st/Golf View/Brookfield Zoo
    ID 8175
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Brookfield Zoo
    Walk to
    Brookfield Zoo
    3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Train line BNSF.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 308, Bus line 331.

  • Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Brookfield Zoo?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield in 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1221| Aurora station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Hollywood station near Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo by train?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and Brookfield Zoo by train is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chicago Union Station to get to Brookfield Zoo?

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1221| Aurora station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chicago Union Station and Brookfield Zoo?

    Get off the train at the Hollywood station, which is closest to Brookfield Zoo.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo?

    The first train from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield is Burlington Northern. It leaves the Chicago Union Station station at 7:33 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo?

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to Brookfield Zoo costs $3.75.

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