How to get from Howard Station to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Howard Station to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Howard Station to Chicago in Chicago, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Washington/Wabash station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Wabash (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Howard Station may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

59min$2.50
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Howard

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Howard Station
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wabash
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Wabash (West)
    ID 450
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago
    Walk to
    Chicago
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Howard Station to Chicago

The distance between Howard Station and Chicago is approximately 14.06 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Howard Station to Chicago 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 Howard Station to Chicago

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Howard Station to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Howard Station) and destination (Chicago), 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 Howard Station to Chicago?

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

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Howard Station and Chicago in Chicago?

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

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Howard Station to Chicago in Chicago?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Washington/Wabash station near Howard Station in Chicago to Madison & Wabash (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Madison & Wabash (West) station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Howard Station and Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Howard Station to get to Chicago in Chicago?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Washington/Wabash station near Howard Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Howard Station and Chicago in Chicago?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Madison & Wabash (West) stop, which is closest to Chicago.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Howard Station to Chicago?

    The ride from Howard Station to Chicago costs $2.50.

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