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Train - SWS

SWS Line

Southwest Service

Metra

Metra SWS Train Line Map - Chicago Union Station

Metra SWS Train Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The SWS train (Chicago Union Station) has 13 stations departing from Manhattan and ending at Chicago Union Station.

SWS train time schedule overview for the upcoming week: It departs once a day at 6:20 PM. Operating days this week: weekdays.

Choose any of the SWS train stations below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Chicago Union Station (13 stops)

  • Manhattan

  • Laraway Road

  • Orland Park 179th

  • Orland Park 153rd

  • Orland Park 143rd

  • Palos Park

  • Palos Heights

  • Worth

  • Chicago Ridge

  • Oak Lawn

  • Ashburn

  • Wrightwood

  • Chicago Union Station

SWS FAQ

  • What time does the SWS train start operating?

    Services on the SWS train start at 6:20 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the SWS train stop working?

    Services on the SWS train stop at 6:20 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the SWS train arrive?

    When does the Southwest Service train line come? for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Southwest Service train line that is closest to your location.

  • Is there a SWS train station near me?

    to view the nearest SWS train station.

Metra SWS Train Line Map - Chicago Union Station

SWS Train Schedule

SWS train line operates on weekdays. Regular schedule hours: 6:20 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Mon6:20 PMSingle departure
Tue6:20 PMSingle departure
Wed6:20 PMSingle departure
Thu6:20 PMSingle departure
Fri6:20 PMSingle departure
SatNot OperationalNot Operational
SunNot OperationalNot Operational

Metra Train Service Alerts

See all updates on SWS (from Manhattan), including real-time status info, train delays, changes of routes, changes of stops locations, and any other service changes. Get a real-time map view of SWS (Chicago Union Station) and track the train as it moves on the map. Download the app for all Metra info now.

SWS line train fare

Metra SWS (Chicago Union Station) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about Metra tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Metra’s official website.

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SWS (Metra)

The first stop of the SWS train route is Manhattan and the last stop is Chicago Union Station. SWS (Chicago Union Station) is operational during weekdays.

Additional information: SWS has 13 stations and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 71 minutes.

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Line SWS Real Time train Tracker

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SWS - Alternative Directions

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