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Ground Transportation

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is located approximately 18 miles from O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and 11 miles from Midway International Airport (MDW).

Train

To/From Midway Airport

  • Fare: $2.25 one-way
  • Travel Time: 40 minutes
  • Directions:
    1. Take the CTA Orange Line toward the Loop.
    2. Get off at the Quincy stop.
    3. Access the Federal Reserve Building through the LaSalle Street entrance.

To/From O’Hare Airport

  • Fare: $5.00 one-way
  • Travel Time: 45 minutes
  • Directions:
    1. Take the CTA Blue Line toward the Loop/Forest Park.
    2. Get off at the Jackson stop.
    3. Access the Federal Reserve Building through the LaSalle Street entrance.
See the Chicago Transit Authority website for more information.

Taxi

Please note, the pricing below is approximate and subject to change based on traffic and travel time.
  • Fare from Midway: $30 one-way
  • Fare from O’Hare: $40 one-way

Shuttle Service

Go Airport Express (888.284.3826) offers round-trip shuttle service from O’Hare and Midway airports to downtown Chicago hotels, leaving approximately every 10–15 minutes. Visit airportexpress.com for fare information and to purchase tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at Airport Express ticket counters within the airports.

The time it takes to drive from the airports varies. Please allow 30–60 minutes of travel time to reach your destination.

The Palmer House does not offer a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport.