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How to get from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place by bus?

From Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place by bus

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 121 bus from Union Station Transit Center (East) station to Fairbanks & Chicago (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

25min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 121
121
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Union Station Transit Center (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
    ID 18252
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 121121
    Wait for bus
    121
    Fairbanks & Chicago (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fairbanks & Chicago (North)
    ID 596
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place by bus via 151

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 151 bus from Union Station Transit Center (East) station to Michigan & Chestnut (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

27min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 151
151
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Union Station Transit Center (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
    ID 18251
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Clark & Arthur Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Chestnut (North)
    ID 1127
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Chicago and Water Tower Place, Chicago is approximately 2.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place 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 Clinton & Quincy (South).

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:

  • Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • Jackson & Clinton (East)
  • Union Station (Jackson/Clinton)

Public transit stations close to Water Tower Place, Chicago

Water Tower Place is located at 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Water Tower Place:

  • Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple)
  • Chicago-Red
  • Grand-Red

Bus stations close to Water Tower Place:

  • Michigan Ave & Superior St
  • Chicago & Michigan (East)
  • Chicago & Michigan (West)

Alternative route from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place by bus via 151

Take one direct bus from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago: take the 151 bus from Union Station Transit Center (East) station to Michigan & Chestnut (North) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

27min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 151
151
Walk to Water Tower Place
Leaves from Union Station Transit Center (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
    ID 18251
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Clark & Arthur Terminal (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Chestnut (North)
    ID 1127
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to Water Tower Place
    Walk to
    Water Tower Place
    835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 121.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place?

    The alternative route takes 27 minutes, using Bus line 151.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago in 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The 121 bus line goes from Union Station Transit Center (East) station near Chicago Union Station to Fairbanks & Chicago (North) station near Water Tower Place in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and Water Tower Place in Chicago by bus is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago Union Station to get to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    Get on the 121 bus from the Union Station Transit Center (East) stop near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago Union Station and Water Tower Place in Chicago?

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

  • When is the first bus from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The first bus from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago is Union/Streeterville Express. It leaves the Union Station Transit Center (East) stop at 2:02 AM.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place in Chicago is Red Line. It leaves the Monroe-Red station at 6:19 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place?

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to Water Tower Place costs $2.25.