How to get from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA by bus?

From Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA by bus

To get from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 146 bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station to Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 18 bus and finally take the 8 bus from Halsted & Maxwell (North) station to Halsted & Monroe (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Shedd Aquarium may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to The Loop CTA on the Moovit app.

34min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 146
146
Bus - 18
18
Bus - 8
8
Walk to The Loop CTA
Leaves from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
    ID 4595
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Berwyn & Broadway (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West)
    ID 16140
    6 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    16th Street & 47th Court Terminal (North)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Halsted & Maxwell (South)
    ID 5802
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Halsted & Maxwell (North)
    ID 5928
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Division & Hooker (East)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Halsted & Monroe (North)
    ID 5931
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to The Loop CTA
    Walk to
    The Loop CTA
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA

The distance between Shedd Aquarium, Chicago and The Loop CTA, Chicago is approximately 3.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA?

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Bus line 146, Bus line 18, Bus line 8.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 34 min.

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

    The 146 bus line goes from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station near Shedd Aquarium to Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station near The Loop CTA in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Shedd Aquarium and The Loop CTA in Chicago by bus is about 34 min.

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

    Get on the 146 bus from the Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) stop near Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) stop, which is closest to The Loop CTA in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The last train from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago is the Metra Electric line. It leaves the Museum Campus/11th St. station at 6:08 PM.

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

    The first bus from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago is Jeffery Jump. It leaves the 1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass) (North) stop at 11:20 PM.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA in Chicago is Orange Line. It leaves the Roosevelt station at 11:21 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA?

    The ride from Shedd Aquarium to The Loop CTA costs $2.25.

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