The Windy City · Chicago's elevated "L" rail is one of the most iconic urban rail systems in the world.
Navigate Chicago with CityNav →Chicago's elevated "L" rail is one of the most iconic urban rail systems in the world. The Loop serves the city centre, with lines fanning out to all major neighbourhoods and attractions.
Best pass for tourists: Ventra 1-day or 3-day pass
Chicago has 8 public transit lines. CityNav supports all of them for offline and real-time navigation.
+ 19 more stations supported in CityNav
Chicago has 8 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station — and when you're underground or off the grid, offline timetables keep you moving without any internet connection.
8 lines — offline timetables included, no signal needed
Bus routes across Chicago — plan your journey before you board
From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, Chicago has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
AR walking directions via CityNav
Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring Chicago.
Open CityNav — Free →Landing soon? These guides compare every way to get from the airport into Chicago — trains, buses and taxis with prices, times and luggage tips.
✈️ O'Hare International Airport (ORD)All transport options to central Chicago — comparedEmergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for Chicago — all on one page that works offline in the CityNav app.
Open Chicago Safety Centre →Chicago's transit maps, timetables and Safety Centre work fully offline in CityNav. Download the app before you board and you can navigate from the moment you land — no roaming data, no airport Wi-Fi needed.
The Chicago 'L' (elevated) is the city's iconic rapid transit system, famous for its elevated tracks running above city streets and the Loop — a unique elevated circuit encircling the downtown business district. Eight colour-coded lines fan out from the Loop to all major neighbourhoods.
Yes — the Blue Line runs from O'Hare to downtown in about 45 minutes, 24 hours a day. Midway Airport is served by the Orange Line, connecting to the Loop in about 30 minutes. Both use the standard Ventra fare with no airport supplement.
Yes — the Blue Line (O'Hare–Forest Park) and the Red Line (Howard–95th/Dan Ryan) run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This makes O'Hare one of the most transit-accessible airports for late-night arrivals in the United States.