How to get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier in Chicago, take the BNSF train from Hollywood station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the 124 bus from Union Station Transit Center (East) station to Navy Pier Terminal (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $7.75.

92min$7.75
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 124
124
Walk to Navy Pier
Leaves from Hollywood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hollywood
    0.71 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #9530| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
    ID 18252
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 124124
    Wait for bus
    124
    Eastbound - Navy Pier
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
    ID 14161
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Navy Pier
    Walk to
    Navy Pier
    East Grand Avenue
    520 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via BNSF, 121 and 29

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BNSF train from Hollywood station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 121 bus and finally take the 29 bus from Illinois (Lower) & St. Clair (East) station to Navy Pier Terminal (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $8.00.

90min$8.00
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 121
121
Bus - 29
29
Walk to Navy Pier
Leaves from Hollywood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hollywood
    0.71 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #9530| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Canal (East)
    ID 67
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 121121
    Wait for bus
    121
    Northbound - Fairbanks/Chicago
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Illinois (Lower) & St. Clair (East)
    ID 17071
    14 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Northbound - Navy Pier
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
    ID 758
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Navy Pier
    Walk to
    Navy Pier
    East Grand Avenue
    540 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier

The distance between Brookfield Zoo, Chicago and Navy Pier, Chicago is approximately 15.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier 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 Navy Pier, Chicago

Navy Pier is located at East Grand Avenue, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Navy Pier Terminal (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Washington/Wabash
  • Grand-Red
  • State/Lake

Train stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Millennium Station
  • Van Buren St.

Bus stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Navy Pier Terminal (North)
  • Grand & Streeter (West)
  • Illinois & Lake Shore (East)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via BNSF, 121 and 29

To get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BNSF train from Hollywood station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 121 bus and finally take the 29 bus from Illinois (Lower) & St. Clair (East) station to Navy Pier Terminal (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $8.00.

90min$8.00
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 121
121
Bus - 29
29
Walk to Navy Pier
Leaves from Hollywood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hollywood
    0.71 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #9530| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Canal (East)
    ID 67
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 121121
    Wait for bus
    121
    Northbound - Fairbanks/Chicago
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Illinois (Lower) & St. Clair (East)
    ID 17071
    14 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Northbound - Navy Pier
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Navy Pier Terminal (North)
    ID 758
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Navy Pier
    Walk to
    Navy Pier
    East Grand Avenue
    540 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line 124.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Bus line BNSF, Bus line 121, Bus line 29.

  • Is there a direct train between Brookfield Zoo and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    The BNSF train line goes from Hollywood station near Brookfield Zoo to #9530| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #9530| Chicago Union Station station near Navy Pier in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Brookfield Zoo and Navy Pier in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Brookfield Zoo to get to Navy Pier in Chicago?

    Get on the BNSF train from the Hollywood station near Brookfield Zoo in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Brookfield Zoo and Navy Pier in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #9530| Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • How much is the train fare from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier?

    The ride from Brookfield Zoo to Navy Pier costs $7.75.

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