FROM:

 
e.g. 123 N Main, Clark & Lake or Lisle Metra

TO:

 
e.g. 123 N Main, Clark & Lake or Lisle Metra

DATE/
TIME:
I want to
leave arrive
on visual Calendar, screen readers may use the proceeding combo boxes to set the date
 
at :
MODE:
How do you want to get there?
 
Train Bus
GET DIRECTIONS WITH:
 

      Submit choice 1 of 2: Original RTA Trip Planner, recommended for screen readers, please hit enter -OR- Submit choice 2 of 2: goroo beta trip planner  

  • The RTA is currently testing a trip planner called goroo, we recommend using the original RTA trip planner to plan your trip. Please skip the following link "Why are there two trip planner options?" as it is inaccessible and merely containds this information

Why are there two trip planner options?

FARES

Figure the cost of your ride on any train or bus right here. To calculate one-way fares enter your destination into trip planner. Prices may vary between regular and reduced cash fares.


Transferring between modes?
-Metra Fare Media - A Link-Up Sticker or Metra/Pace
PlusBus can discount your fare when transferring from Metra to and from CTA/Pace.

-CTA Fare Media - A CTA Transit Card or CTA Chicago Card is required to transfer from CTA to and from CTA/Pace.

-Pace Fare Media - Transferring between Pace vehicles is allowed with a fare card.  A CTA Transit Card or CTA Chicago Card is required to transfer from Pace to and from CTA.

Note: Cash transfers are no longer accepted.
Maps

Explore the RTA's network of CTA trains and buses, Metra trains and Pace buses.

Set out on your journey by viewing the:

RTA's Train Connections Map RTA's Train Connections Map

RTA system map (English) RTA system map (English)
RTA system map (En Espanol) RTA system map (En Espanol)
 
RTA Customer Service

The RTA offers several services for seniors and people with disabilities, including:
Alerts

Welcome to the RTA!

The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) quickly gets you where you’re going with our three transit operators: the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus and rail system, Metra commuter rail, and Pace suburban bus service.

As the second largest public transportation system in North America, you’ll have a safe and comfortable ride around Chicago and all over northeastern Illinois.

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What's New

  • CTA Service Changes effective February 7
  • 2010 Adopted Operating Budget, Financial Plan and Capital Programs Book
  • 2010 Adopted RTA Agency Budget Book
  • RTA Executive Director Steve Schlickman talks about the RTA's strategic plan at the City Club of Chicago. View the latest video.
  • View the latest video of our RTA Budget hearing and leave your comment.
 
Moving Ahead

The RTA is always moving forward with innovative services and programs to make public transportation an easy, affordable and convenient option for all your travel needs. Look what we’re doing now!

  • MovingBeyondCongestion.org
    The Regional Transportation Authority, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace, along with hundreds of partners and thousands of individual supporters are advocating for needed investments in the regional transit system.
  • DriveLessLiveMore.com
    This interactive tool will show you how to travel while saving time and money while reducing your carbon footprint. A happier, healthier way to explore alternative transportation is just a click away.
 
 
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