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Getting to the United Center by Train
Chicago’s ‘L’ train system offers several convenient routes to the United Center. The Blue, Green, and Pink Lines all provide accessible options, ensuring you can reach your event with ease.
Blue Line Access
For the most direct route via the Blue Line, aim for the Illinois Medical District station. The United Center is located just a few blocks north of this stop.
To get there:
- From the West (including Forest Park & Oak Park): Take a Blue Line train heading towards O’Hare and alight at the Illinois Medical District stop.
- From the East and North (including Downtown & O’Hare Airport): Board a Blue Line train going in the direction of Forest Park and get off at the Illinois Medical District station.
Once you arrive at the Illinois Medical District station, use the westernmost exit towards Damen Avenue. From there, walk north on Damen Avenue until you reach Madison Street. The United Center will be a short walk away.
Green and Pink Line Access
The Green and Pink Lines also offer viable routes to the United Center, with stops at Damen and Ashland/Lake stations.
- Damen Station (Green Line): This station is located two blocks south and one block east of the United Center.
- Ashland/Lake Station (Green & Pink Lines): This station is two blocks south and three blocks west of the arena.
To reach these stations:
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Ashland/Lake Station:
- From the West: Take a Green Line train towards Ashland/63rd or Cottage Grove, or a Pink Line train towards the Loop.
- From the East (including Downtown & South Side Green Line): Take a Green Line train towards Harlem/Lake or a Pink Line train towards 54th/Cermak.
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Damen Station:
- From the West: Take a Green Line train towards Ashland/63rd or Cottage Grove.
- From the East (including Downtown & South Side Green Line): Take a Green Line train towards Harlem/Lake.
Reaching the United Center by Bus
CTA buses provide another convenient way to get to the United Center. Several bus routes serve the area directly or stop within a short walking distance.
The bus routes that can get you close to the United Center include:
- #9 Ashland
- #19 United Center Express
- #20 Madison
- #50 Damen
- #126 Jackson
For detailed schedules and real-time tracking of buses and trains, visit the Chicago Transit Authority’s official website at transitchicago.com. This resource will help you plan your trip efficiently and ensure you arrive at the United Center ready to enjoy your event.
