How to get to Lake michigan in Chicago by train or bus?

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Directions to Lake michigan (Chicago) with public transportation

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Lake michigan

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How to get to Lake michigan by bus?

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Train stations near Lake michigan in Chicago

  • Portage/Ogden Dunes,2 min walk,
Questions & Answers

  • What are the closest stations to Lake michigan?

    The closest stations to Lake michigan are:

    • Portage/Ogden Dunes is 83 yards away, 2 min walk.

  • Which bus lines stop near Lake michigan?

    These bus lines stop near Lake michigan: L2

  • Which train lines stop near Lake michigan?

    These train lines stop near Lake michigan: SSL

  • What’s the nearest train station to Lake michigan in Chicago?

    The nearest train station to Lake michigan in Chicago is Portage/Ogden Dunes. It’s a 2 min walk away.

  • What time is the first train to Lake michigan in Chicago?

    The SSL is the first train that goes to Lake michigan in Chicago. It stops nearby at 4:43 AM.

  • What time is the last train to Lake michigan in Chicago?

    The SSL is the last train that goes to Lake michigan in Chicago. It stops nearby at 1:27 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare to Lake michigan?

    The bus fare to Lake michigan costs about $1.60 - $2.25.

  • How much is the train fare to Lake michigan?

    The train fare to Lake michigan costs about $3.50 - $13.50.

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