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

By bus and train

To get from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago in Chicago, take the 7 bus from Jackson & Clinton (East) station to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. Next, take the SSL train from Van Buren St. station to East Chicago station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

59min$8.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 7
7
Train - SSLSSL
Walk to East Chicago
Leaves from Jackson & Clinton (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)
    ID 73
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Van Buren St.
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Gary Metro Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Chicago
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to East Chicago
    Walk to
    East Chicago
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 126 and SSL

To get from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago in Chicago, take the 126 bus from Jackson & Clinton (East) station to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. Next, take the SSL train from Van Buren St. station to East Chicago station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

72min$8.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Train - SSLSSL
Walk to East Chicago
Leaves from Jackson & Clinton (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)
    ID 73
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Van Buren St.
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Gary Metro Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Chicago
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to East Chicago
    Walk to
    East Chicago
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Chicago and East Chicago, Chicago is approximately 24.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago 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 Union Station

Chicago Union Station is located at Chicago Union Station, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Washington/Wells
  • Quincy
  • Clinton-Blue

Train stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Chicago Otc
  • Lasalle Street

Bus stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station)
  • Jackson & Canal (East)
  • Chicago Train Station

Public transit stations close to East Chicago, Chicago

East Chicago is located at East Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Hammond.

Train stations close to East Chicago:

  • Hammond
  • East Chicago

Bus stations close to East Chicago:

  • E. Chicago S. Shore Station

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 126 and SSL

To get from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago in Chicago, take the 126 bus from Jackson & Clinton (East) station to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. Next, take the SSL train from Van Buren St. station to East Chicago station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

72min$8.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Train - SSLSSL
Walk to East Chicago
Leaves from Jackson & Clinton (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)
    ID 73
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Van Buren St.
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SSLSSL
    Wait for train
    SSL
    Gary Metro Center
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    East Chicago
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to East Chicago
    Walk to
    East Chicago
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line SSL.

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

    The alternative route takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 126, Bus line SSL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

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

    The 7 bus line goes from Jackson & Clinton (East) station near Chicago Union Station to Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till East Chicago station near East Chicago in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and East Chicago in Chicago by bus and train is about 59 min.

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

    Get on the 7 bus from the Jackson & Clinton (East) stop near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the East Chicago station, which is closest to East Chicago in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago in Chicago?

    The first train from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago in Chicago is South Shore Line. It leaves the Van Buren St. station at 7:48 PM.

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

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to East Chicago costs $8.75.

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