Traveling from LaSalle Street Station to Union Station in Chicago: A Complete Guide
1. Via CTA Train (Recommended)
Steps:
- Walk from LaSalle Street Station to the LaSalle/Van Buren 'L' station (Brown and Orange Lines), about one block away.
- Board a Brown Line train toward Kimball.
- Ride to Clinton station (Green and Pink Lines).
- Exit and walk east on West Washington Street for approximately two blocks to reach Union Station.
2. Via Metra Train
Steps:
- From LaSalle Street Station, take the Metra Electric Line toward University Park.
- Disembark at Van Buren Street station.
- Walk west on Harrison Street, then north on Clinton Street (about a 5-minute walk) to Union Station.
3. Via Taxi or Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
Steps:
- Hail a taxi or book a rideshare directly from LaSalle Street Station.
- Estimated travel time: 5–10 minutes, depending on traffic.
4. Walking
Steps:
- Head east on Van Buren Street, then turn right onto Clinton Street.
- Continue on Clinton Street until you arrive at Union Station.
- Distance: ~0.8 miles (1.3 km); time: ~15–20 minutes.
Note: Travel times may vary due to traffic, weather, or service disruptions. Check CTA/Metra alerts before departing.