How to get from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA by bus and train?

From Willow Springs to The Loop CTA by bus and train

To get from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 390 bus from Archer Ave & Willow Springs Rd/Flavin Rd station to 79th/Karlov station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 79 bus and finally take the SWS train from Wrightwood station to Chicago Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and train schedule from Willow Springs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to The Loop CTA on the Moovit app.

73min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 390
390
Bus - 79
79
Train - SWSSWS
Walk to The Loop CTA
Leaves from Archer Ave & Willow Springs Rd/Flavin Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Archer Ave & Willow Springs Rd/Flavin Rd
    ID 9129
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 390390
    Wait for bus
    390
    Midway Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th/Karlov
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    79th/Karlov
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7979
    Wait for bus
    79
    79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    79th Street & Columbus (Southwest Hwy.) (East)
    ID 2736
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wrightwood
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - SWSSWS
    Wait for train
    SWS
    #812| Chicago Union Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to The Loop CTA
    Walk to
    The Loop CTA
    630 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA

The distance between Willow Springs, Chicago and The Loop CTA, Chicago is approximately 21.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA 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 Willow Springs to The Loop CTA

To check the bus and train schedule from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Willow Springs) and destination (The Loop CTA), 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 Willow Springs to The Loop CTA?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 390, Bus line 79, Train line SWS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Willow Springs and The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The 390 bus line goes from Archer Ave & Willow Springs Rd/Flavin Rd station near Willow Springs to 79th/Karlov station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till 79th/Karlov station near The Loop CTA in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Willow Springs and The Loop CTA in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Willow Springs to get to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    Get on the 390 bus from the Archer Ave & Willow Springs Rd/Flavin Rd stop near Willow Springs in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Willow Springs and The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the 79th/Karlov station, which is closest to The Loop CTA in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The first train from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA in Chicago is Heritage Corridor. It leaves the Willow Springs station at 1:13 AM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA?

    The ride from Willow Springs to The Loop CTA costs $5.75.

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