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How to get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette in Chicago, take the HIAWATHA SERVICE train from Chicago Union Station station to Glenview station. Next, take the 422 bus from Harlem/Glenview station to Edens Plaza Borders Books station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min.

87min
Train - HIAWATHA SERVICEHIAWATHA SERVICE
Bus - 422
422
Walk to Wilmette
Leaves from Chicago Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chicago Union Station
  • 2
    Train - HIAWATHA SERVICEHIAWATHA SERVICE
    Wait for train
    HIAWATHA SERVICE
    Milwaukee
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glenview
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harlem/Glenview
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Edens Plaza Borders Books
    ID 1260
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wilmette
    Walk to
    Wilmette
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via UP-N and 422

To get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Wilmette station. Next, take the 422 bus from Wilmette Metra Station station to Edens Plaza Borders Books station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

92min$5.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 422
422
Walk to Wilmette
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wilmette
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmette Metra Station
    ID 1078
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Old Orchard Mall - Macy's
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Edens Plaza Borders Books
    ID 1260
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wilmette
    Walk to
    Wilmette
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Chicago and Wilmette, Chicago is approximately 24.17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette by bus and train, 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 W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station).

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:

  • W Jackson Blvd, After S Clinton St (Across From Union Station)
  • Jackson & Canal (East)
  • Chicago Train Station

Public transit stations close to Wilmette, Chicago

Wilmette is located at Wilmette, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Laramie Ave & Elmwood Ave.

Train stations close to Wilmette:

  • Kenilworth
  • Indian Hill
  • Winnetka

Bus stations close to Wilmette:

  • Laramie Ave & Elmwood Ave
  • Laramie Ave & Greenwood Ave
  • Loyola Academy

Alternative route by bus and train via UP-N and 422

To get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Wilmette station. Next, take the 422 bus from Wilmette Metra Station station to Edens Plaza Borders Books station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

92min$5.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 422
422
Walk to Wilmette
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wilmette
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmette Metra Station
    ID 1078
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Old Orchard Mall - Macy's
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Edens Plaza Borders Books
    ID 1260
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wilmette
    Walk to
    Wilmette
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line HIAWATHA SERVICE, Bus line 422.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette?

    The alternative route takes 92 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line 422.

  • Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Wilmette in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette in Chicago?

    The HIAWATHA SERVICE train line goes from Milwaukee station near Chicago Union Station to Glenview station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Glenview station near Wilmette in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to Wilmette in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station and Wilmette in Chicago by train and bus is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chicago Union Station to get to Wilmette in Chicago?

    Get on the HIAWATHA SERVICE train from the Milwaukee station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chicago Union Station and Wilmette in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Glenview stop, which is closest to Wilmette in Chicago.

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