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How to get from Carol Stream to Chicago Loop by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Carol Stream to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 711 bus from Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail station to West St & Front St station. Next, take the UP-W train from Wheaton station to Chicago Otc station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min.

101min
Walk to bus stationBus - 711
711
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail
    ID 30744
    0.88 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Bus - 711711
    Wait for bus
    711
    Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    West St & Front St
    ID 35805
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wheaton
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #22| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    660 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Carol Stream to Chicago Loop

The distance between Carol Stream, Chicago and Chicago Loop, Chicago is approximately 31.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Carol Stream 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 Chicago Loop, Chicago

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

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Washington/Wells
  • Clark/Lake
  • Washington-Blue

Bus stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Lasalle & Randolph (North)
  • Washington & Franklin (East)
  • Wells & Madison (South)

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Carol Stream to Chicago Loop?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line 711, Bus line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Carol Stream and Chicago Loop?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Carol Stream to Chicago Loop?

    The 711 bus line goes from Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail station near Carol Stream in Carol Stream to Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St) station near Chicago Loop in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Carol Stream in Carol Stream and Chicago Loop in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Carol Stream to get to Chicago Loop?

    Get on the 711 bus from the Gary Ave & Thunderbird Trail stop near Carol Stream in Carol Stream.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Carol Stream and Chicago Loop?

    Get off the bus at the Wheaton Metra (Liberty Dr & West St) station, which is closest to Chicago Loop in Chicago.

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