Skip to main content

How to get from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate by bus?

From Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate by bus

Take one direct bus from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago: take the 6 bus from 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North) station to Michigan & Madison (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 14 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Shedd Aquarium may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Cloud Gate on the Moovit app.

14min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 6
6
Walk to Cloud Gate
Leaves from 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North)
    ID 14483
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Columbus (Upper) & South Water (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Madison (North)
    ID 2188
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Cloud Gate
    Walk to
    Cloud Gate
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Chicago.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate

The distance between Shedd Aquarium, Chicago and Cloud Gate, Chicago is approximately 1.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 14 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate

To check the bus schedule from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Shedd Aquarium) and destination (Cloud Gate), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 bus schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate?

    The fastest way takes 14 minutes, using Bus line 6.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shedd Aquarium and Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago in 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    The 6 bus line goes from 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North) station near Shedd Aquarium to Michigan & Madison (North) station near Cloud Gate in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Shedd Aquarium and Cloud Gate in Chicago by bus is about 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shedd Aquarium to get to Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    Get on the 6 bus from the 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North) stop near Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Shedd Aquarium and Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Michigan & Madison (North) stop, which is closest to Cloud Gate in Chicago.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago is Green Line. It leaves the Roosevelt station at 11:16 PM.

  • When is the last train from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    The last train from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago is the Metra Electric line. It leaves the Museum Campus/11th St. station at 6:08 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago?

    The first bus from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate in Chicago is Jeffery Jump. It leaves the 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North) stop at 11:05 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate?

    The ride from Shedd Aquarium to Cloud Gate costs $2.25.