Taking the CTA to United Center, Chicago

The United Center is a sports arena and concert venue at 1901 W.
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Blue CTA Line

1. Take a blue line train to the Illinois Medical Center Station.
2. Exit on W. Ogden Avenue and turn left.
3. Walk to the stoplight and turn left again on S. Wood Street. Total walking time is about 10 minutes.

1. How do I get to the United Center by train?
2. How do you get to the United Center?
3. What train takes you to downtown Chicago?
4. How far is United Center from Union Station?
5. How do I park at the United Center?
6. Does the United Center have a clear bag policy?
7. Can you bring water into United Center?
8. Can you buy Bulls tickets at the United Center?
9. What are the best areas to stay in Chicago?
10. What is the best way to get around Chicago?
11. What does the L stand for in Chicago?

How do I get to the United Center by train?

United Center

The shortest walk is by exiting the station to Damen Avenue (western-most exit) and walk north on Damen to Madison. To get to the Illinois Medical District stop from the west (including the far West Side and the communities of Forest Park and Oak Park), take a Blue Line train toward O'Hare.

How do you get to the United Center?

Public Transportation

Take the Orange, Green, Purple, or Brown lines to Madison. Take #20 Madison buses west. To the United Center: The #19 United Center Express Bus runs on game days. Service begins 90 minutes prior to game time, runs every 10 minutes until 30 minutes until start of game.

What train takes you to downtown Chicago?

Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)

Two lines operate 24/7: the Blue Line, which connects Chicago O'Hare International Airport and downtown, and the Red Line, with service between the North and South Sides via downtown. Convenient CTA bus routes travel throughout the city, with stops every few blocks.

How far is United Center from Union Station?

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to United Center? It is approximately 2 miles to get from Chicago Union Station to United Center.

How do I park at the United Center?

All official United Center parking lots are located near the arena and can be accessed from Damen Ave., Madison St., Adams St., Warren Blvd., Wood St., Monroe St., and Washington St. All parking lots open to public two hours prior to game time.

Does the United Center have a clear bag policy?

In accordance with new United Center health and safety protocols, no bags are allowed, including purses, small clutches and handheld wallets.

Can you bring water into United Center?

Messages are not available during concerts and special events. I have special dietary restrictions. Can I bring my own food or beverages inside the United Center? Outside food or beverages are not permitted inside the arena.

Can you buy Bulls tickets at the United Center?

Single game tickets can be purchased at Bulls.com, NBATickets.com, the United Center, Ticketmaster locations, or by calling 1-800-4NBA-TIX.

What are the best areas to stay in Chicago?

10 Best Areas to Stay in Chicago

1. Chicago Loop, best area to stay in Chicago. ...
2. West Loop / West Town, best Chicago neighborhood for foddies. ...
3. South Loop, where to stay in Chicago for museums. ...
4. River North, great for nightlife. ...
5. Magnificent Mile, luxury area. ...
6. Old Town, nice area where to stay in Chicago.

What is the best way to get around Chicago?

The best way to get around Chicago is via public transportation – specifically the L train.
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A cheaper alternative is to use a ride-hailing service like Uber or Lyft.

1. Yellow Cab Chicago.
2. Flash Cab.
3. Chicago Carriage Cab.
4. Checker Taxi Chicago.
5. Uber.
6. Lyft.

What does the L stand for in Chicago?

The Chicago "L" (short for "elevated") is the rapid transit system serving the city of Chicago and some of its surrounding suburbs in the U.S. state of Illinois. ... The "L" gained its name because large parts of the system run on elevated track.