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How to get from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower by Chicago 'L'?

By Chicago 'L'

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago: take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Roosevelt station to Jackson (Red) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

39min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Roosevelt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    1.09 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Jackson (Red)
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    800 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by Chicago 'L' via ORANGE LINE

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago: take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Roosevelt station to Quincy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

35min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Roosevelt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    1.09 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower

The distance between Adler Planetarium, Chicago and Willis Tower, Chicago is approximately 2.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower by Chicago 'L', so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium is located at Museum Campus, 1300 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Adler Planetarium:

  • Roosevelt

Train stations close to Adler Planetarium:

  • Museum Campus/11th St.
  • 18th St.
  • Van Buren St.

Bus stations close to Adler Planetarium:

  • Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East)
  • Solidarity Dr & Lynn White Drive (East)
  • Solidarity Dr & Lynn White Drive (West)

Public transit stations close to Willis Tower, Chicago

Willis Tower is located at West Adams Street, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Adams & S. Wacker (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells
  • Lasalle/Van Buren

Train stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Chicago Union Station
  • Lasalle Street

Bus stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Adams & S. Wacker (West)
  • Franklin & Adams (North)
  • Jackson & Franklin (East)

Alternative route by Chicago 'L' via ORANGE LINE

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago: take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Roosevelt station to Quincy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

35min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Roosevelt

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    1.09 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower?

    The alternative route takes 35 minutes, using Bus line ORANGE LINE.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Adler Planetarium and Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Yes, there is a direct Chicago 'L' going from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago in 39 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Roosevelt station near Adler Planetarium to Howard station near Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago by Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Adler Planetarium and Willis Tower in Chicago by Chicago 'L' is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Adler Planetarium to get to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the Roosevelt station near Adler Planetarium in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Adler Planetarium and Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Willis Tower station, which is closest to Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago is Orange Line. It leaves the Roosevelt station at 6:26 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The last bus from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago is the Inner Lake Shore/Michigan Express line. It leaves the Solidarity Dr & Planetarium (East) stop at 1:29 PM.

  • When is the last train from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The last train from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower in Chicago is the Metra Electric line. It leaves the Museum Campus/11th St. station at 1:10 PM.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower?

    The ride from Adler Planetarium to Willis Tower costs $2.50.

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