Commuter Options
In addition to driving or shuttling to Northwestern, there are several transportation options available for commuters:
- NU/PACE Rideshare Program
- I-Go and Zipcar
- CTA trains and buses
- Metra commuter trains
- CTA/Metra combination
- Pace buses
- RTA Trip Planner
- Getting to NU from the Chicago airports
Using public transportation is a great way to save and reduce your car costs and impact on the environment. See our Transit Cost Brochure (pdf) to see how much time and money you would save.
Transit Benefit Program
Faculty and staff members using CTA, Pace or Metra for their commute may benefit from Northwestern's Transit Benefit Program, which can save money by deducting the cost of transit on a pre-tax basis.
Learn more about the Transit Benefit Program



