How to get to InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile from ORD and MDW
From O'Hare (ORD): take a taxi or rideshare (about a 34-minute drive in typical traffic) or the CTA Blue Line into downtown and transfer to the Red Line or walk two blocks east to Michigan Avenue (subway trip ~38–51 minutes). From Midway (MDW): the fastest public-transit route is the CTA Orange Line into downtown, then transfer to the Red Line north to Grand or Chicago and walk east; a taxi or rideshare is usually a direct 19-minute drive.
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From O'Hare (ORD): taxi or rideshare
Taxis and rideshares are the simplest door-to-door option from O'Hare to InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile at 505 N Michigan Ave. The dossier lists a typical taxi drive time around 34 minutes depending on traffic.
Taxis usually pick up on the lower curb level at each terminal; rideshare pickup is at the designated rideshare lot or curbside pickup areas—follow airport signs or the app instructions.
- Address for driver: 505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- Estimated taxi fare range cited in sources: about $55–$70 (traffic dependent)
- No hotel airport shuttle is offered from ORD
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | Door-to-door; typical drive ~34 minutes; fares vary by time of day |
| Hotel shuttle | The hotel does not provide an ORD airport shuttle |
From O'Hare (ORD): CTA train option (Blue Line + transfer)
Public transit is cheaper and avoids traffic. Take the CTA Blue Line from O'Hare toward the Loop; the Blue Line ride into downtown is frequent and runs 24/7.
Most source guides say you can transfer to the Red Line at Clark/Lake or to other downtown stations and then exit at Grand or Chicago and walk east two blocks to Michigan Avenue and the hotel.
- Typical subway journey time reported: about 38–51 minutes end-to-end from ORD to downtown stops
- Get off at Grand or Chicago (Red Line) or at Lake (Blue/Orange/Green transfer hub) and walk east two blocks
- Bring a Ventra card or buy a single-ride CTA fare at the station
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| At O'Hare | Board CTA Blue Line (toward Forest Park) |
| Transfer | At Clark/Lake or Lake transfer to Red Line northbound toward Howard |
| Exit | Get off at Grand or Chicago station and walk east ~2 blocks to 505 N Michigan Ave |
From Midway (MDW): Orange Line or taxi
From Midway, the CTA Orange Line runs to downtown. Take the Orange Line to Roosevelt or the Loop, then transfer to the Red Line northbound to Grand or Chicago and walk east to the hotel.
A taxi or rideshare from Midway is a direct option and is commonly faster door-to-door; the dossier lists about a 19-minute drive depending on traffic.
- Public-transit route: Orange Line → transfer to Red Line at Roosevelt or transfer downtown → exit at Grand/Chicago → walk east about two blocks
- Hotel does not offer a Midway airport shuttle; shuttles to downtown (GO Airport Express) operate between airports and downtown locations but are independent operators
- Taxis/rideshares are available from Midway curbside
| Option | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Orange Line + transfer | Variable; allow 35–60 minutes depending on wait times |
| Taxi / Rideshare | About 19 minutes drive in normal traffic (per sources) |
| Shuttle (third-party) | GO Airport Express and similar services run between MDW/ORD and downtown (check schedules) |
Driving, parking and hotel access
If you drive, the property offers covered valet parking only; free self-parking is not available. The dossier indicates on-site covered valet parking with in/out privileges and an electric vehicle charging station.
The hotel’s official page notes it sits on Michigan Avenue; follow your GPS to 505 N Michigan Ave and use the hotel's valet entrance when you arrive.
- Valet parking is available (fee applied by hotel; check current rates with the property)
- Electric vehicle charging station is available on-site
- There is no free self-parking; plan for a paid valet stay
| What to expect | Source notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Covered valet with in/out privileges (no free self-parking) |
| EV charging | On-site electric vehicle charging station |
| Hotel entrance | Use the Michigan Avenue entrance at 505 N Michigan Ave |
Public-transit connections and walking from the station
The hotel lists the CTA Red Line as its public-transport connection. Grand and Chicago Red Line stops are the most convenient for reaching Michigan Avenue and the hotel with a short eastward walk.
Millennium Station and many Metra lines are within walking distance as well; Millennium Station is roughly a 10-minute walk per the dossier.
- Nearest CTA stops to walk from: Grand (Red Line) and Chicago (Red Line); walk east about two blocks
- Millennium Station (Metra) is about a 10-minute walk to the hotel (distance varies by source)
- If you arrive by Metra or Amtrak at Union Station, expect a longer walk or short taxi/ride to the hotel (Union Station is several kilometers away)
| Station | Walking time to hotel (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Grand or Chicago (Red Line) | A few minutes walk — roughly two blocks east |
| Millennium Station (Metra) | About 10 minutes walk |
| Union Station | Longer walk; consider a short taxi or rideshare |
Practical tips and what to check before you travel
Confirm timing and availability: the hotel does not run airport shuttles, parking rates and road traffic vary, and train schedules can change. Check CTA maps/schedules and flight arrival times so you pick the best option.
If you’re traveling with luggage or a group, a taxi or rideshare gives door-to-door convenience. If you want to save money and accept some walking/transfers, CTA trains are reliable and frequent.
- Keep the hotel address handy: 505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- The hotel enforces a minimum check-in age of 21 — an adult 21+ must be the primary guest at check-in
- For questions about arrivals, parking or special access ask the hotel or BookResorts agents at +1 (888) 605-1350
| When to choose | Best option |
|---|---|
| Fastest door-to-door with luggage | Taxi / Rideshare |
| Cheapest with no traffic concerns | CTA Blue Line (from ORD) or Orange Line (from MDW) + short transfer/walk |
| If you prefer scheduled shared service | Third-party airport shuttles like GO Airport Express (confirm stops/schedules) |
