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How to get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 146 bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station to Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West) station. Next, take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Roosevelt station to Quincy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

22min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 146
146
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
    ID 4595
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Foster & Broadway (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt Orange/Red/Green Line Station (West)
    ID 16140
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Roosevelt
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower by bus

To get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 146 bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station to State & Adams (North) station. Next, take the 1 bus from Adams & State (West) station to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

29min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 146
146
Bus - 1
1
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
    ID 4595
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Foster & Broadway (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State & Adams (North)
    ID 1115
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Adams & State (West)
    ID 4732
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Adams & Canal (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
    ID 1108
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower

The distance between Shedd Aquarium, Chicago and Willis Tower, Chicago is approximately 2.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium is located at Service Road Shedd Acquarium, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

  • Harrison
  • Roosevelt

Train stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

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

Bus stations close to Shedd Aquarium:

  • Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
  • Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (East)
  • Soldier Field & Field Museum (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 Jackson & Financial Place (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Washington/Wells
  • Quincy
  • Lasalle/Van Buren

Train stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Lasalle Street
  • Chicago Union Station

Bus stations close to Willis Tower:

  • Jackson & Financial Place (East)
  • Wells & Jackson (South)
  • Jackson & Chicago River (East)

From Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower by bus

To get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago, take the 146 bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station to State & Adams (North) station. Next, take the 1 bus from Adams & State (West) station to Adams & S. Wacker (West) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

29min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 146
146
Bus - 1
1
Walk to Willis Tower
Leaves from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West)
    ID 4595
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 146146
    Wait for bus
    146
    Foster & Broadway (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State & Adams (North)
    ID 1115
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Adams & State (West)
    ID 4732
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Adams & Canal (West)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & S. Wacker (West)
    ID 1108
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Willis Tower
    Walk to
    Willis Tower
    West Adams Street
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower?

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 146, Bus line ORANGE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower?

    The alternative route takes 29 minutes, using Bus line 146, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Shedd Aquarium and Willis Tower in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The 146 bus line goes from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) station near Shedd Aquarium to Foster & Broadway (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Foster & Broadway (West) station near Willis Tower in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Shedd Aquarium and Willis Tower in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Shedd Aquarium to get to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    Get on the 146 bus from the Solidarity Drive & Aquarium (West) stop near Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Foster & Broadway (West) station, which is closest to Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower in Chicago is Orange Line. It leaves the Roosevelt station at 7:26 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower?

    The ride from Shedd Aquarium to Willis Tower costs $2.25.

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