Chicago L Train Fastest, Cheapest Way To See The City

If you're planning on heading into Chicago but you don't like dealing with heavy traffic or trying to park in the city, then your best bet in Illinois is to ride on the "L" train.

Tips For Riding The "L" Train In Chicago

The easiest and cheapest way to get around Chicago is on public transportation, especially on the "L" train. When I was growing up, depending on what we were doing or where we were going, my family took the train a lot. I'm so thankful that I learned how to navigate the "L" system in the city. It makes life so much easier. If you've never done it, don't worry; it's not very difficult. Trust me, you'll have a much better visit to the Windy City.

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It’s the fastest, cheapest, and most authentic way to escape the downtown tourist bubble and explore the real, vibrant neighborhoods where Chicago culture actually lives.

 

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Here are some tips for riding the "L" Train in Chicago...

• Download the Ventra app on your phone

• Purchase a pass, not single rides

• You only tap your pass to enter, not at the exit

• Learn the "L" train's line colors and directions

• There is a difference between downtown and the Loop

• Download an app to track train arrivals

• Don't get on an empty train car because there's a reason why it's empty

• Remove your backpack when the car is crowded

• On the escalator, walk on the left and stand on the right

• Let passengers off before you get on the train

• Once you're off the train, a bus can often get you closer to your destination

• If you're nervous, ride in the first car because there's always an employee up front