How to get from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines: take the 210 bus from Lincoln/Tripp station to Oakton-Skokie Cta Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YELLOW LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Lincolnwood may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago Loop on the Moovit app.

67min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 210
210
Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Lincoln/Tripp

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lincoln/Tripp
    ID 24386
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 210210
    Wait for bus
    210
    Glenbrook Hospital
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oakton-Skokie Cta Station
    ID 35464
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Oakton-Skokie
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - YELLOW LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    YELLOW LINE
    Howard
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    7 min
  • 7
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 8
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    30 min
  • 9
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 290 and PURPLE LINE

To get from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave station to Howard Cta Station station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Lincolnwood may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago Loop on the Moovit app.

66min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave
    ID 22108
    0.53 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Howard Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Howard Cta Station
    ID 37574
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop

The distance between Lincolnwood and Chicago Loop is approximately 16.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop 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 Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 290 and PURPLE LINE

To get from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop in Chicago, take the 290 bus from Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave station to Howard Cta Station station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Clark/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Lincolnwood may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Chicago Loop on the Moovit app.

66min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 290
290
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Chicago Loop
Leaves from Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Touhy Ave & Keeler Ave
    ID 22108
    0.53 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 290290
    Wait for bus
    290
    Howard Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Howard Cta Station
    ID 37574
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clark/Lake
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Loop
    Walk to
    Chicago Loop
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line 210, Chicago 'L' line YELLOW LINE, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 290, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lincolnwood and Chicago Loop?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop?

    The 210 bus line goes from Lincoln/Tripp station near Lincolnwood in Lincolnwood to Glenbrook Hospital station. From there you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines till Glenbrook Hospital station near Chicago Loop.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Lincolnwood and Chicago Loop by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the 210 bus from the Lincoln/Tripp stop near Lincolnwood in Lincolnwood.

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

    Get off the bus at the Glenbrook Hospital station, which is closest to Chicago Loop.

  • How much is the bus fare from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop?

    The ride from Lincolnwood to Chicago Loop costs $2.00.

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