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How to get from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place by bus?

From Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place by bus

Take one direct bus from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 26 bus from Michigan & Monroe (North) station to Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Art Institute of Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Water Tower Place on the Moovit app.

17min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 26
26
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Michigan & Monroe (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Monroe (North)
    ID 15241
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Chicago & Fairbanks (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East)
    ID 15282
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    East Chestnut Street
    250 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place by bus via 3

Take one direct bus from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 3 bus from Michigan & Monroe (North) station to Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Art Institute of Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Water Tower Place on the Moovit app.

18min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Michigan & Monroe (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Monroe (North)
    ID 15241
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East)
    ID 15282
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    East Chestnut Street
    250 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place

The distance between Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago and Water Tower Place, Chicago is approximately 1.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 17 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place

To check the bus schedule from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Art Institute of Chicago) and destination (Water Tower Place), 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.

Alternative route from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place by bus via 3

Take one direct bus from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 3 bus from Michigan & Monroe (North) station to Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The bus schedule from Art Institute of Chicago may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Water Tower Place on the Moovit app.

18min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 3
3
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Michigan & Monroe (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Monroe (North)
    ID 15241
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Fairbanks & Huron (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe (East)
    ID 15282
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    East Chestnut Street
    250 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place?

    The fastest way takes 17 minutes, using Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place?

    The alternative route takes 18 minutes, using Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Art Institute of Chicago and Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago in 17 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The 26 bus line goes from Michigan & Monroe (North) station near Art Institute of Chicago to Chicago & Fairbanks (East) station near Water Tower Place in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Art Institute of Chicago and Water Tower Place in Chicago by bus is about 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Art Institute of Chicago to get to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    Get on the 26 bus from the Michigan & Monroe (North) stop near Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Art Institute of Chicago and Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Chicago & Fairbanks (East) stop, which is closest to Water Tower Place in Chicago.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago is Red Line. It leaves the Monroe-Red station at 6:11 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The first bus from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place in Chicago is South Shore Express. It leaves the Michigan & Monroe (North) stop at 2:06 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place?

    The ride from Art Institute of Chicago to Water Tower Place costs $2.25.