Travel

Flight

O'Hare Airport

O'Hare (ORD) is the largest airport in Chicago, located on the northwest side of the city. Flights from all major airlines, with the exception of Southwest Airlines, land at O'Hare. Depending on the time of day, it's about a 30-60 minute cab ride to downtown from O'Hare, but downtown is also easily accessible from the Blue Line CTA train that picks up in the lower level of the airport and leads directly to the Chicago Loop. It is approximately 45 minutes from O'Hare to the downtown area by train.

Flight

Midway Airport

Midway Airport (MDW), located southwest of the city is the smaller of the two airports. Southwest Airlines only flies into Midway, not O'Hare. Midway is a bit closer to downtown via cab, 15-25 minutes, and is also accessible via the CTA Orange Line. The Orange Line picks up from the airport (via a bit of a walk along the outer edge of the parking garage, the pathway is marked with signs) and takes about 25 minutes to reach the downtown area.

Train

Amtrak

The Amtrak is a good option for our out-of-town guests coming in from Michigan if they would prefer not to drive. However, in the winter the trains are not as reliable so I would recommend making sure you are arriving the day before the ceremony to avoid anxiety-inducing delays.

Rental Car

Lyft

Lyft is a popular rideshare service you can download for free to your phone. Use the link below to get $5 in referral credit, or search online for promo codes! We use Lyft regularly and have never had any issues with it in Chicago.

Train

Chicago Transit Authority

While you can pay cash (exact change only!) on buses and at the train stops, it's usually easier and a better deal to purchase a fare card (called Ventra cards). Any CTA train station has self-serve vending machines that accept credit cards. While single-ride fares can be purchased, it's worth buying a 1-day, 3-day, or 7-day pass if you plan to take more than a few rides. The multi-day passes are unlimited usage across all trains and buses- otherwise a single ride from the airport alone costs $5, while other rides cost $2.50 each when paying cash. Children under 7 years of age are free, and children under 12 are reduced-fare.

Travel Note

Hotel Information

It is best to book your rooms as early as possible because it is the holiday season and we were only able to block off a certain number of rooms at each hotel. Make sure to use the discount codes if you call and mention our group name in order to receive the price quoted. If you are booking online, the link provided will take you to the group booking link. Reservations under our group name must be made before November 27th. All of the hotels are located in downtown Chicago, within a fifteen-minute walk of the ceremony.

Hotel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North

There is a room block starting Friday, December 27th for $109 a night. Valet parking is available for $59 a night. There are 2-3 cheaper parking garage options near the hotel.

Hotel

Claridge House

There is a room block starting Friday, December 27 for $109 a night under the group name "Baker Andruchow Wedding". Valet parking is available for $49 a night with in and out privileges. Use the link below or the discount code to book your room!

Discount Code - BAW

Hotel

Best Western River North Hotel

There is a room block starting Friday, December 27th for $83 a night. Parking is $25 a day. If you choose to call to book your rooms, ask for the Baker-Andruchow Wedding discounted rate.

Hotel

The Whitehall Hotel

There is a room block starting Friday, December 27th for $109 a night. Use the link below to reserve your room!