How far is Schaumburg from downtown Chicago

Q: Is Schaumburg a suburb of Chicago?

Schaumburg also makes the list of Illinois 25 safest municipalities with more than 50,000 residents. The sprawling Chicago metropolitan area includes dozens of communities. Located just thirty miles northwest of the Loop is Schaumburg, one of Chicagos top suburbs.

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Subway, line 600 bus

Take the subway from Jackson-Blue to Rosemont
Take the line 600 bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Northwest Transportation Center

Subway, line 606 bus

Take the subway from Jackson-Blue to Rosemont
Take the line 606 bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Woodfield Rd & Plaza Dr

Line 56 bus, subway, line 600 bus

Take the line 56 bus from Madison & Dearborn/State to Jefferson Park Transit Center
Take the subway from Jefferson Park to Rosemont
Take the line 600 bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Northwest Transportation Center

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Am I allowed to travel from Chicago to Schaumburg?

Yes, travel within United States is currently allowed.

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What are the travel restrictions in Schaumburg?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are mandatory
There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Schaumburg?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Schaumburg is 800-232-4636.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Schaumburg?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Schaumburg is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Schaumburg?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800-232-4636.

Last updated: 13 Sep 2022
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What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Schaumburg?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Schaumburg is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 34 min.

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Which way is quickest from Chicago to Schaumburg?

The quickest way to get from Chicago to Schaumburg is to taxi which costs $150 - $190 and takes 34 min.

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How far is it from Chicago to Schaumburg?

The distance between Chicago and Schaumburg is 42 km. The road distance is 49.3 km.

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How do I travel from Chicago to Schaumburg without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Schaumburg without a car is to subway and line 600 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $4 - $15.

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How long does it take to get from Chicago to Schaumburg?

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Chicago to Schaumburg, including transfers.

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Can I drive from Chicago to Schaumburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Schaumburg is 49 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Chicago to Schaumburg.

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Where can I stay near Schaumburg?

There are 223+ hotels available in Schaumburg. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.

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What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Schaumburg, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Schaumburg. However, you can take the subway to Rosemont, take the walk to Rosemont CTA Station, then take the line 600 bus to Northwest Transportation Center. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chicago to Schaumburg via Rosemont and Rosemont CTA Station in around 1h 32m.

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How far is Schaumburg from Chicago from downtown Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Schaumburg is 31 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Chicago to Schaumburg.

Is Schaumburg a rich area?

Schaumburg is an upper-middle class village with a median household income of $87,156. Zip codes include 60007, 60168, 60172, 60193, 60195, 60159, 60169, 60173, 60194, 60196, and area codes are 847 and 630. The village of Schaumburg is a very safe place to live.

What is Schaumburg IL known for?

In 2017 Money ranked Schaumburg the 9th-best place to live in the United States. Along with Bolingbrook, Schaumburg has one of Illinois's two IKEA stores. It contains the Woodfield Mall, the 10th largest mall in the United States, which at most times has over 300 stores.

Is Schaumburg a suburb of Chicago?

Schaumburg also makes the list of Illinois' 25 safest municipalities with more than 50,000 residents. The sprawling Chicago metropolitan area includes dozens of communities. Located just thirty miles northwest of the Loop is Schaumburg, one of Chicago's top suburbs.