How to get from Willis Tower to McCormick Place by bus and train?

From Willis Tower to McCormick Place by bus and train

To get from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago, take the 7 bus from Jackson & Franklin (East) station to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. Next, take the ME train from Van Buren St. station to 18th St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Willis Tower may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to McCormick Place on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus stationBus - 7
7
Train - MEME
Walk to McCormick Place
Leaves from Jackson & Franklin (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Franklin (East)
    ID 68
    160 yd • 2 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 - MEME
    Wait for train
    ME
    #109| University Park
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    18th St.
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to McCormick Place
    Walk to
    McCormick Place
    2301 S Lake Shore Dr
    0.94 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Willis Tower to McCormick Place

The distance between Willis Tower, Chicago and McCormick Place, Chicago is approximately 3.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Willis Tower to McCormick Place by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Willis Tower to McCormick Place

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Willis Tower to McCormick Place?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 7, Train line ME.

  • Is there a direct bus between Willis Tower and McCormick Place in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago?

    The 7 bus line goes from Jackson & Franklin (East) station near Willis Tower to Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station near McCormick Place in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Willis Tower and McCormick Place in Chicago by bus and train is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Willis Tower to get to McCormick Place in Chicago?

    Get on the 7 bus from the Jackson & Franklin (East) stop near Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Willis Tower and McCormick Place in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South) station, which is closest to McCormick Place in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago?

    The first train from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago is Metra Electric. It leaves the Van Buren St. station at 11:52 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago?

    The last bus from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago is the Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express line. It leaves the State & Jackson (South) stop at 6:18 PM.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Willis Tower to McCormick Place in Chicago is Orange Line. It leaves the Quincy station at 11:12 PM.

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