How much is the Orange Line from Midway to Downtown?

From Midway Airport to downtown the train ride (Orange Line) should take only about 25 minutes and the fare should be around $2.25. For more details about taking the train in this city, please read our post about navigating Chicago Public Transportation.



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Yes it is safe. As always, common sense prevails when you are in a city but the Orange line from the airport is safe and fine.

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Orange Line train service operates from Midway (on the southwest side of Chicago) to downtown via elevated tracks. All trains from the Midway station go to the downtown Loop. The normal travel time to downtown from Midway is 20-25 minutes.

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How much is taxi from Chicago Midway Airport to downtown? A taxi ride from Chicago Midway Airport to Chicago Downtown typically costs around $35-$45, depending on traffic and time of day. These are estimated prices and may vary.

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The Orange line will take you to the Chicago Midway Airport and the Blue line will get you to O'Hare Airport. A full fare ticket costs $2.25 and you pay by swiping your card or ticket at the turnstile before you reach the boarding platform.

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The average price for this trip is $41. Open the Uber app and input Chicago IL in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what's available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.

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I wouldn't take the Orange line at that hour. There have been some incidents, especially near the Roosevelt Ave stop, in the late hours of the night/ early am. You'd probably be fine but I wouldn't risk it. I'd take an Uber/cab at that time of the night.

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About the CTA Blue Line Blue Line trains run 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and all trains from the O'Hare station go through downtown on their way to Forest Park (or, during some hours, UIC-Halsted). The normal travel time on the Blue Line from O'Hare to downtown, is 40-45 minutes.

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If you enjoy the thrill of travel surrounded by lots of activity and people, the bigger, busier O'Hare is a great way to go. If a quieter, casual pace is more your style, Midway is the better option.

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