How to get to JW Marriott Chicago from the airports (O'Hare & Midway)

Address, phone and arrival basics

JW Marriott Chicago is at 151 West Adams Street, Chicago, Illinois, 60603. There is no hotel airport shuttle listed on the property page; plan transportation independently. Photo: 1

BookResorts agents (24/7) can be reached at +1 (888) 605-1350 for booking or arrival questions. The hotel’s standard check‑in is 4:00 pm and check‑out is 12:00 pm (noon).

• Bring a photo ID and the card used to guarantee the booking — the hotel requires both at check‑in.
• The hotel does not allow pets; service animals are accepted.
• There is valet parking available and independent off‑site parking nearby; the hotel does not advertise self‑parking. Photo: 7

Getting to JW Marriott Chicago from Midway Airport (MDW) — CTA Orange Line

The simplest public‑transit option from Midway is the CTA Orange Line train toward the Loop; travel time to downtown is commonly reported as about 26 minutes. Trains run regularly from the airport terminal to downtown stations.

Exit the Orange Line at a downtown station near Quincy/LaSalle and walk the remaining short distance to West Adams Street (Quincy station is roughly a 5‑minute walk from the hotel). If you have heavy luggage, consider a short taxi or rideshare from the station instead.

• Board the Orange Line at Midway CTA station (inside the airport).
• Ride toward the Loop — disembark near Quincy/LaSalle (walk ~5 minutes).
• Total transit time commonly ~26 minutes; add walking, transfer, or wait time.

Getting to JW Marriott Chicago from O’Hare (ORD) — CTA Blue Line

The CTA Blue Line runs between O’Hare and downtown; travel time into the Loop is commonly reported near 43 minutes. The Blue Line stops at several downtown stations; Monroe (Blue Line station) and Washington stations put you within easy walking distance of the hotel.

When you exit the Blue Line, follow station signage to street level and walk east or south as needed toward West Adams Street. If you are carrying a lot of luggage, a short taxi or rideshare from the Blue Line exit to the hotel is an easy option.

• Board the Blue Line at O’Hare (direction: Forest Park/downtown).
• Ride into the Loop — estimated trip time ~43 minutes.
• Walk from Monroe or nearby station to 151 West Adams, or take a short taxi/ride‑share if needed.

Taxis, rideshares and private cars from either airport

Taxis and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) operate from both Midway and O’Hare and provide door‑to‑door convenience to 151 West Adams Street. The hotel lists valet parking but does not provide an airport shuttle, so a taxi or rideshare delivers you directly to the JW Marriott Chicago entrance.

If you prefer a pre‑booked car service or private transfer, arrange that in advance; the hotel concierge can help with local recommendations but does not manage a dedicated airport shuttle service.

• From Midway: common choice if you want fewer transfers than the Orange Line + walk.
• From O’Hare: rideshare avoids the Blue Line with luggage but may be slower in heavy traffic.
• Have the hotel address ready for drivers: 151 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60603.

Train connections (Metra, Amtrak) and Union Station

If you arrive by Amtrak or Metra into Union Station, the hotel is a walkable distance — sources list Union Station as about a 10–15 minute walk from the hotel. Walking can be faster than waiting for local transit for short downtown trips.

From Union Station you can also take a short taxi or rideshare if you prefer not to walk with luggage. LaSalle Street Metra station is another nearby commuter option and is about a 5‑minute walk to the hotel.

• Union Station to JW Marriott Chicago: commonly reported as a 10–15 minute walk.
• LaSalle Street Metra station: roughly a 5‑minute walk to the hotel.
• Check train schedules in advance; the hotel concierge can advise on current connections.

Practical tips: fares, luggage, timing and accessibility

CTA fares apply for Blue and Orange Line trips; one source cited a typical Blue Line fare range of about $2–$5 for trips into downtown. Verify current CTA fares and passes on the CTA website or at vending machines before you board.

Allow extra time for checked luggage, rush‑hour traffic (for taxis/rideshares), and walking from stations; the Blue Line and Orange Line may be faster than a road trip during peak congestion.

The hotel is wheelchair accessible; if you need an accessible room such as Room (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr) or Executive Room, Executive Level (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr), contact the hotel ahead of arrival to confirm availability and any assistance you may need.

• If you have limited mobility request accessible arrival assistance from the driver or contact the hotel concierge in advance.
• During weekday mornings and late afternoons allow extra time for rideshare/taxi pickup and downtown traffic.
• If you want the fewest transfers, choose a taxi or rideshare from either airport; if you want the lowest cost, use the CTA Blue or Orange Line.