How to get from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium by bus?

From Chicago to Shedd Aquarium by bus

Take one direct bus from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: take the 146 bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) station to Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

18min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 146
146
Walk to Shedd Aquarium
Leaves from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)
    ID 1431
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (East)
    ID 4591
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to Shedd Aquarium
    Walk to
    Shedd Aquarium
    1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium by bus via 2

Take one direct bus from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: take the 2 bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) station to Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

20min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 2
2
Walk to Shedd Aquarium
Leaves from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)
    ID 1431
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Midway Plaisance & Cottage Grove (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana (East)
    ID 15362
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Shedd Aquarium
    Walk to
    Shedd Aquarium
    1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Shedd Aquarium, Chicago is approximately 1.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago

Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:

  • Jackson (Red)
  • Jackson-Blue
  • Lasalle/Van Buren

Bus stations close to Chicago:

  • State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)
  • State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (North)
  • Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells (South)

Public transit stations close to Shedd Aquarium, Chicago

Shedd Aquarium is located at 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

  • Roosevelt
  • Harrison

Train stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

  • Museum Campus/11th St.
  • 18th St.
  • Van Buren St.

Bus stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

  • Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
  • Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (East)
  • Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana (East)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium by bus via 2

Take one direct bus from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: take the 2 bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) station to Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

20min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 2
2
Walk to Shedd Aquarium
Leaves from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South)
    ID 1431
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Midway Plaisance & Cottage Grove (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt & Michigan/Indiana (East)
    ID 15362
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Shedd Aquarium
    Walk to
    Shedd Aquarium
    1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Bus line 146.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium?

    The alternative route takes 20 minutes, using Bus line 2.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago in 18 min.

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

    The 146 bus line goes from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) station near Chicago to Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East) station near Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago and Shedd Aquarium in Chicago by bus is about 18 min.

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

    Get on the 146 bus from the State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) stop near Chicago in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East) stop, which is closest to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

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

    The first bus from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago is Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express. It leaves the State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive (South) stop at 3:03 AM.

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

    The ride from Chicago to Shedd Aquarium costs $2.25.

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