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How to get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower by bus?

By bus

To get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 66 bus from Columbus & Illinois (South) station to Madison & Wabash (West) station. Next, take the 60 bus from Madison & Wabash (West) station to Madison & Franklin (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

48min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 66
66
Bus - 60
60
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Columbus & Illinois (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Columbus & Illinois (South)
    ID 5513
    1.08 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    State & Washington (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Wabash (West)
    ID 450
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    54th/Cermak Pink Line Station (West)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Franklin (West)
    ID 18124
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    440 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 66 and 20

To get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 66 bus from Columbus & Illinois (South) station to Madison & Wabash (West) station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Wabash (West) station to Madison & Franklin (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

48min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 66
66
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Columbus & Illinois (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Columbus & Illinois (South)
    ID 5513
    1.08 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    State & Washington (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Wabash (West)
    ID 450
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Franklin (West)
    ID 18124
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    440 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Navy Pier to Willis Tower

The distance between Navy Pier, Chicago and Willis Tower, Chicago is approximately 2.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Navy Pier to Willis Tower 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 Navy Pier

Navy Pier is located at Navy Pier, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Navy Pier Terminal (Ne).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Grand-Red
  • State/Lake
  • Chicago-Red

Train stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Millennium Station

Bus stations close to Navy Pier:

  • Navy Pier Terminal (Ne)
  • Navy Pier Terminal (North)

Public transit stations close to Willis Tower, Chicago

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

Chicago 'L' stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Lasalle/Van Buren
  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells

Train stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Lasalle Street
  • Chicago Union Station

Bus stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Franklin & Jackson (North)
  • Jackson & Franklin (East)
  • Wells & Adams (South)

Alternative route by bus via 66 and 20

To get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 66 bus from Columbus & Illinois (South) station to Madison & Wabash (West) station. Next, take the 20 bus from Madison & Wabash (West) station to Madison & Franklin (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

48min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 66
66
Bus - 20
20
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Columbus & Illinois (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Columbus & Illinois (South)
    ID 5513
    1.08 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    State & Washington (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Wabash (West)
    ID 450
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Franklin (West)
    ID 18124
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    440 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 66, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Navy Pier to Willis Tower?

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 66, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct bus between Navy Pier and Willis Tower in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The 66 bus line goes from Columbus & Illinois (South) station near Navy Pier to State & Washington (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Willis Tower station near Willis Tower in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Navy Pier and Willis Tower in Chicago by bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Navy Pier to get to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Get on the 66 bus from the Columbus & Illinois (South) stop near Navy Pier in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Navy Pier and Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Willis Tower stop, which is closest to Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • When is the first bus from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The first bus from Navy Pier to Willis Tower in Chicago is State. It leaves the Navy Pier Terminal (North) stop at 6:18 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Navy Pier to Willis Tower?

    The ride from Navy Pier to Willis Tower costs $2.25.

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