If you are from out of town, it may be helpful to know that Chicago is made up of a wonderfully logical grid of streets that meet, for the most part, at right angles. Therefore, an address alone is as good as point-to- point directions if you find yourself in a taxicab. It is also helpful to know that cabs can get very expensive, and smart city-savvy students use the El to get anywhere they need to go. Former suburbanites, be brave! Call the CTA for a map, study it, make it your own, and you'll be giving directions to tourists in no time.
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) / www.transitchicago.com
567 West Lake Street / 312.836.7000 & TTY #: 888.282.8891
Put your U-Pass to good use! Check out www.transitchicago.com or call (888) YOURCTA to get directions via rail or bus to anywhere in the city.
Metra Rail / www.metrarail.com
Metra goes to most of the suburbs and all the way to Wisconsin and Indiana! For more information, give them a ring at 312.322.6777 (weekdays) or 312.836.4949 (evenings).
Pace / www.pacebus.com
Your U-Pass is valid on Pace buses indefinitely. Check website for details or give them a ring at 847.364.7223.