How to get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station by bus and train?

From Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station by bus and train

To get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station in Chicago, take the 208 bus from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave station to Cumberland Metra (485 Northwest Hwy) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Cumberland station to Chicago Otc station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $7.50.

76min$7.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 208
208
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Walk to Chicago Union Station
Leaves from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave
    ID 20352
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Davis Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumberland Metra (485 Northwest Hwy)
    ID 20392
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cumberland
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #638| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Union Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station in Chicago, take the 606 bus from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr station to Rosemont Cta Station station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Rosemont station to Clinton-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $2.00.

81min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 606
606
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Chicago Union Station
Leaves from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
    ID 9416
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 606606
    Wait for bus
    606
    Rosemont Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Union Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Union Station
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station
The distance between Arlington Heights, Chicago and Chicago Union Station, Chicago is approximately 23.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station 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 Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights is located at Arlington Heights, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr.

Train stations close to Arlington Heights:

  • Arlington Heights

Bus stations close to Arlington Heights:

  • Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
  • Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave
  • 519 W Algonquin Rd
Public transit stations close to Chicago Union Station, Chicago

Chicago Union Station is located at Chicago Union Station, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Adams & Canal (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells
  • Clinton-Blue

Train stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Chicago Union Station
  • Chicago Otc

Bus stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Adams & Canal (West)
  • Clinton & Jackson (South)
  • Jefferson & Van Buren (North)
Related Routes

From Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station in Chicago, take the 606 bus from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr station to Rosemont Cta Station station. Next, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Rosemont station to Clinton-Blue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $2.00.

81min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 606
606
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Walk to Chicago Union Station
Leaves from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
    ID 9416
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 606606
    Wait for bus
    606
    Rosemont Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago Union Station
    Walk to
    Chicago Union Station
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 208, Bus line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 606, Bus line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Arlington Heights and Chicago Union Station in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station in Chicago?

    The 208 bus line goes from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave station near Arlington Heights to Davis Cta Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Davis Cta Station station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Arlington Heights and Chicago Union Station in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Arlington Heights to get to Chicago Union Station in Chicago?

    Get on the 208 bus from the Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave stop near Arlington Heights in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arlington Heights and Chicago Union Station in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Davis Cta Station station, which is closest to Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station?

    The ride from Arlington Heights to Chicago Union Station costs $7.50.

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