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

From Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago in Chicago, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Thorndale station to Monroe-Red station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Dearborn/State (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Thorndale Station CTA may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

55min$2.50
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from Thorndale

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Thorndale Station CTA
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Dearborn/State (West)
    ID 18126
    130 yd • 2 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
    20 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 Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago

The distance between Thorndale Station CTA and Chicago is approximately 11.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thorndale Station CTA 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 Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Thorndale Station CTA 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 55 min.

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

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Monroe-Red station near Thorndale Station CTA in Chicago to Madison & Dearborn/State (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Madison & Dearborn/State (West) station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Thorndale Station CTA and Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 55 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the Monroe-Red station near Thorndale Station CTA in Chicago.

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

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

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

    The ride from Thorndale Station CTA to Chicago costs $2.50.