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How to get from Chicago Union Station to United Center by bus?

By bus

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago: take the 20 bus from Madison & Clinton (West) station to Madison & United Center (1900 W) (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

19min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Walk to United Center
Leaves from Madison & Clinton (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Clinton (West)
    ID 455
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & United Center (1900 W) (West)
    ID 468
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to United Center
    Walk to
    United Center
    West Madison Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 126

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago: take the 126 bus from Clinton & Jackson (South) station to Van Buren & Ogden (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

21min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Walk to United Center
Leaves from Clinton & Jackson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Buren & Ogden (West)
    ID 99
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to United Center
    Walk to
    United Center
    West Madison Street
    720 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to United Center

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Chicago and United Center, Chicago is approximately 2.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to United Center 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 Union Station

Chicago Union Station is located at Chicago Union Station, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Clinton-Blue
  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells

Train stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Chicago Otc
  • Lasalle Street

Bus stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station)
  • Jackson & Canal (East)
  • Chicago Train Station

Public transit stations close to United Center, Chicago

United Center is located at West Madison Street, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Damen & Madison (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to United Center:

  • Ashland-Lake
  • Illinois Medical District
  • Polk

Bus stations close to United Center:

  • Damen & Madison (North)
  • Damen & Madison (South)
  • Damen & Warren (North)

Alternative route by bus via 126

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago: take the 126 bus from Clinton & Jackson (South) station to Van Buren & Ogden (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

21min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Walk to United Center
Leaves from Clinton & Jackson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Buren & Ogden (West)
    ID 99
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to United Center
    Walk to
    United Center
    West Madison Street
    720 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to United Center?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Bus line 20.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to United Center?

    The alternative route takes 21 minutes, using Bus line 126.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and United Center in Chicago?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago in 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Clinton (West) station near Chicago Union Station to Madison & Austin Terminal (South) station near United Center in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and United Center in Chicago by bus is about 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago Union Station to get to United Center in Chicago?

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Clinton (West) stop near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago Union Station and United Center in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Madison & Austin Terminal (South) stop, which is closest to United Center in Chicago.

  • When is the last bus from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago?

    The last bus from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago is the Madison line. It leaves the Madison & Clinton (West) stop at 10:47 PM.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Chicago Union Station to United Center in Chicago is Blue Line. It leaves the Clinton-Blue station at 7:16 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago Union Station to United Center?

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to United Center costs $2.25.

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