University of Chicago
29 October 2009 -
31 October 2009
29 October 2009 -
31 October 2009
Many of you will be arriving by air at O’Hare airport (one of the largest and busiest in the world) though some of you may be able to fly into Midway airport (smaller and more manageable, but serviced by far fewer airlines). There is public transportation at a quite reasonable costs (no more than a few dollars) from both airports to the University of Chicago but they can take some time (e.g. over an hour from O’Hare, with at least one transfer needed). There are also shuttle services at a somewhat higher expense, and taxi service for those with money to burn.
Please verify public transportation schedules for yourself before traveling. Depending on local conditions and the time of your arrival, you may need to make alternate plans. The directions given here are only intended as suggestions.
Step 1. The "L"
Take the Blue Line (subway) in the direction of Forest Park (Service run by Chicago Transit Authority - 1-888-YOURCTA)
You will want to get off at the station at Monroe St.
Step 2. Walk
Head east on W Monroe St. toward Michigan Ave.
At Michigan Ave., head south 2 blocks to Van Buren St. (You will pass the
Art Institute, located on Michigan Ave, as you head south to Van Buren.)
At the corner of Van Buren and Michigan Ave., cross Michigan Ave.
On this side of the street, Van Buren "becomes" E. Congress Plaza Dr.
Walk about 150 ft on E Congress Plaza Dr.
Arrive at Van Buren St. Metra Station.
Step 3. The Metra
Train - ME - Metra Electric
(Direction: South Chicago (93rd))
(Service run by Metra: Metra Passenger Services (312) 322-6777, evenings & weekends, call Transit Information Center (312) 836-7000)
Depart Van Buren St. Metra
Arrive 59th St. (U. of Chicago) Metra
Step 4. Walk
Walk to 1414 E 59th St -- The International House at The University of Chicago (About 2 mins)
The fare should come up to $2.25 for the Blue Line, and then $2.35 for
the Metra. Each is a one way fare, and each time you transfer on any public transportation in Chicago, you will need to buy a new ticket, so make sure you carry some cash.
Step 1. The "L"
Take the Blue Line (subway) in the direction of Forest Park (Service run by Chicago Transit Authority - 1-888-YOURCTA)
You will want to get off at the Jackson station .
Step 2. Bus
Take bus #6 - Jackson Park Express - Direction: 79th/South Shore
Arrive Stony Island & 59th Street.
Step 3. Walk
Head south on S Stony Island Ave toward E 59th St
Turn right at E 59th St.
Walk to 1414 E 59th St -- The International House at The University of Chicago (about 4 minutes).
If you will be driving a car, the University of Chicago has information here under the heading Directions & Services, including directions, maps, and parking information.
Visit the University of Chicago's page with shuttle and taxi information here.
Step 1. The "L"
Take the Orange Line (subway service run by Chicago Transit Authority - 1-888-YOURCTA), and travel to the Harold Washington Public Library. Harold Washington is at the corner of State St. and Van Buren St.
Step 2. Walk
Go to the Van Buren Metra station by walking 2 streets directly East to the Corner of Michigan Ave and Van Buren.
At the corner of Van Buren and Michigan Ave., cross Michigan Ave.
On this side of the street, Van Buren "becomes" E Congress Plaza Dr.
Walk about 150 ft on E Congress Plaza Dr.
Arrive at Van Buren St. Metra Station.
Step 3. The Metra
Train - ME - Metra Electric
(Direction: South Chicago (93rd))
(Service run by Metra Metra Passenger Services (312) 322-6777, evenings & weekends, call Transit Information Center (312) 836-7000)
Depart Van Buren St. Metra
Arrive 59th St. (U. of Chicago) Metra
Step 4. Walk
Walk to 1414 E 59th St -- The International House at The University of Chicago (About 2 mins)
The fare should come up to $2.25 for the Orange Line, and then $2.35 for
the Metra. Each is a one way fare, and each time you transfer on any public transportation in Chicago, you will need to buy a new ticket, so make sure you carry some cash.
Step 1. Walk
From the airport, walk to the bus stop at 63rd Street & S. Cicero Ave.
Step 2. Bus
Take bus # 63, Direction: 63rd St. & Beach
(Service run by Chicago Transit Authority - 1-888-YOURCTA)
Get off at 63rd Street & S. Dorchester Ave.
Step 3. Walk
Head east on E 63rd St toward S Dorchester Ave
Turn left at S Dorchester Ave
Turn right at E 59th St.
Walk to 1414 E 59th St. -- The International House at The University of Chicago (About 11 mins).
If you will be driving a car, the University of Chicago has information here under the heading Directions & Services, including directions, maps, and parking information.
Visit the University of Chicago's page with shuttle and taxi information here.