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How to get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Western Springs station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 60 bus from Jefferson & Jackson (North) station to Washington & Lasalle (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

53min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 60
60
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Springs
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1200| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Lasalle (East)
    ID 446
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via BNSF and 20

To get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Western Springs station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Washington & Lasalle (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

46min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Springs
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1200| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Lasalle (East)
    ID 446
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Western Springs to Chicago Loop

The distance between Western Springs, Chicago and Chicago Loop, Chicago is approximately 16.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western Springs to Chicago Loop by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Western Springs

Western Springs is located at Grand Avenue, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Highlands.

Train stations close to Western Springs:

  • Highlands
  • Hinsdale
  • Stone Ave.

Public transit stations close to Chicago Loop, Chicago

Chicago Loop is located at Chicago Loop, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Washington-Blue
  • Washington/Wells
  • Lake (Red)

Bus stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (North)
  • Lasalle & Wacker/Lake (South)
  • Wells & Lake (South)

Alternative route by bus and train via BNSF and 20

To get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Western Springs station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 20 bus from Washington & Canal (East) station to Washington & Lasalle (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

46min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Springs
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1200| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Washington & Canal (East)
    ID 443
    540 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Columbus & Randolph (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Lasalle (East)
    ID 446
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Western Springs to Chicago Loop?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct train between Western Springs and Chicago Loop?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Western Springs to Chicago Loop?

    The BNSF train line goes from Western Springs station near Western Springs in Western Springs to #1200| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chicago Loop station near Chicago Loop in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Western Springs to Chicago Loop by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Western Springs in Western Springs and Chicago Loop in Chicago by train and bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Western Springs to get to Chicago Loop?

    Get on the BNSF train from the Western Springs station near Western Springs in Western Springs.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Western Springs and Chicago Loop?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Loop stop, which is closest to Chicago Loop in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Western Springs to Chicago Loop?

    The first train from Western Springs in Western Springs to Chicago Loop in Chicago is Burlington Northern. It leaves the Western Springs station at 6:57 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Western Springs to Chicago Loop?

    The ride from Western Springs to Chicago Loop costs $7.75.

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