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

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

To get from 79th to Chicago in Chicago, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from 79th 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 49 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 79th may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago on the Moovit app.

49min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago
Leaves from 79th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    79th
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    21 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 79th to Chicago

The distance between 79th and Chicago is approximately 12.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th 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 79th to Chicago

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from 79th to Chicago using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th) 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 79th to Chicago?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line RED LINE, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between 79th 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 49 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from 79th to Chicago in Chicago?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from 79th station near 79th in Chicago to Monroe-Red station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Monroe-Red station near Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between 79th and Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 49 min.

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

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the 79th station near 79th in Chicago.

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

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Monroe-Red stop, which is closest to Chicago.

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

    The ride from 79th to Chicago costs $2.50.

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