Transportation Alternatives

In addition to the UIC buses, there are a variety of other ways to get to or around UIC.

Chicago Transit Authority

CTA service to commuter rail stations include the #157 Streeterville/Taylor, #60 Blue Island/26th, and #7 Harrison CTA buses, as well as the Pink and Blue L lines. Monthly Metra pass holders can purchase a Link-Up Sticker/Card for unlimited connecting travel on CTA and Pace buses for $39/month.

CTA bus service can be tracked using the CTA bus tracker or a variety of smartphone apps available at City-Go-Round. Ticket information can be found at transitchicago.com

Pace

Pace RideShare is a free, easy and convenient matching service that connects commuters who are interested in forming a carpool in and around Northeastern Illinois.

Route 755 – Plainfield – IMD Express Provides bi-directional, weekday rush hour service between the Plainfield Park-n-Ride and the Illinois Medical District, with intermediate stops along I-55 at the Pace Park-n-Ride in Bolingbrook, the Ashland CTA Orange Line Station and UIC.