The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society is pleased to welcome you to ASPIRE - the 69th International HFES Annual Meeting.
Meeting Location
The Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Tel: +1 312-565-1234
Website: Hotel Info | Hyatt Regency Chicago
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Transportation Information
The Hyatt Regency Chicago is accessible from the following airports:
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
- O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Plane
O’Hare International Airport is18 miles to Hyatt Regency Chicago. Chicago Midway International Airport is 13 miles from the hotel.
Public transportation such as the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) “L” trains and Metra offer up easy and economical travel. The CTA Blue Line station is located right within the airport offering easy access for passengers.
A number of airport shuttles and regional buses service O’Hare, offering transportation for passengers in the city. Taxi and rideshare companies are all accessible to passengers that are both coming and going. Average taxi fare from O’Hare to downtown Chicago is $50 Midway International Airport (13 miles to Hyatt Regency Chicago).
Public transportation such as the CTA “L” trains and Metra offer up easy and economical travel. The CTA Orange Line station is located at the airport offering easy access for passengers.
A number of airport shuttles and regional buses service Midway, offering transportation for passengers in the city.
Taxi and rideshare companies are all accessible to passengers that are both coming and going. Average taxi fare from Midway to downtown Chicago is $35-40.
Train
Chicago’s Union Station serves both Amtrak and Metra, the city’s commuter rail service. The Hyatt Regency Chicago is a 3-minute ride via Taxi or Rideshare from Union Station.
Car/Parking
SpotHero parking options near the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
View an interactive parking map of downtown Chicago to search for additional public parking lots and garages near the Hyatt Regency Chicago,151 East Wacker Drive.
Hyatt Regency Chicago Parking: Valet Parking Nightly $87.00
Getting Around Chicago
This accessibility guide has details on getting around Chicago by train, bus, taxi, and more for those with disabilities and/or mobility devices.
Train and Bus
The CTA operates Chicago’s eight ‘L’ train lines and 129 bus routes. Two train lines operate 24/7: the Blue Line, which connects O’Hare International Airport and downtown, and the Red Line, with service between the North and South Sides via downtown. Convenient CTA bus routes travel throughout the city, with stops every few blocks. Several lines offer Night Owl service, running until 2 a.m. or later. Get more information about extended hours of service.
Pay cash for single trip bus rides or purchase a reloadable Ventra Transit Card or Unlimited Ride Pass for both travel by ‘L’ train and bus. Download the Ventra app to track arrival/departure times for CTA buses and ‘L’ trains, and to reload your balance on the go. Find CTA fares, card retailers, maps, schedules, and train trackers.
Metra
The high-speed Metra commuter rail train connects outlying suburbs to downtown Chicago. Find fares and route maps. Tickets can be purchased before boarding via the Ventra app. Riders who are new to the Metra system can view the New Riders Guide for helpful information.
Taxi
In addition to hailing taxis throughout the city, you can e-hail and e-pay with CHICABS-approved apps ARRO and CURB. Credit cards are accepted in all taxis.
Rideshare
Download your free Lyft and/or Uber app for on-demand ridesharing throughout the city.
Find additional transportation options here.