Ground Transportation
Air Transportation
Shuttle Bus Service (back to top)
Complimentary shuttle bus service will be provided for Show attendees and exhibitors between the official hotels and McCormick Place during morning and evening hours during the Show. Limited afternoon service will be available Saturday, March 13.
The on-site shuttle bus service office is operational from Saturday, March 13 to Tuesday, March 16, 30 minutes prior to and 30 minutes after the daily scheduled hours of shuttle service. The following number is available for your convenience during service days only for shuttle information and special needs transportation (877) 589-2671. Please call at least 20 minutes prior to desired pick-up time.
Click here to view Shuttle Schedule and Routes. To find your hotel’s location please go to the Hotel Map.
Public Transportation(back to top)
Metra
The Metra, Chicago'scommuter train systemprovides rail service between the downtown stations of Millennium Park (Randolph St), Van Buren and the Museum Campus and McCormick Place. Metra stations are within walking distance to many of the Show’s official hotels. IHA is providing complimentary Metra passes that will be valid March 11-17 for unlimited rides between McCormick Place and the downtown stations. A schedule of the Metra Service is available online here.
The "L"
The “L” is Chicago’s 24-hour rapid transit system. It is operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and is the third-busiest rail mass transit system in the United States. There are eight separate transit lines, two of which take passengers to Chicago’s major airports; the Blue Line to O’Hare International Airport and the Orange Line to Midway International Airport.
The Pedway
The Pedway is a network of tunnels and overhead bridges that cover more than 40 downtown blocks throughout Chicago’s central business district. The elaborate network connects retail stores, hotels, skyscrapers and train stations; it contains a variety of restaurants and shops.
Map of Chicago’s pedway. (Comming Soon)
Taxis (back to top)
Chicago has the second largest taxi fleet in the country, with over 6,500 vehicles. Taxis are an easy and convenient way to get around the city.
Taxi Shared Ride in Effect Daily
- Sunday - Tuesday: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- During this period, ALL TAXIS will be shared ride.
- Passengers will be grouped according to their destination.
- Ride Share is up to four (4) passengers to share a taxicab from McCormick Place to any destination(s) within the boundaries of Roosevelt Rd. (South), North Ave. (North), Halsted Ave. (West) and Lake Michigan (East).
- A fare of $7.00 per person will apply to all shared rides during this period.
Taxi Pick-Up Locations
- Lakeside Center, Level 2, Gate 30
- North Building, Level 1, Gate 22
- South Building, Level 1, McCormick Square, Gate 4
McCormick Place(back to top)
Getting to and from McCormick Place convention facility is both easy and convenient. McCormick Place is mere minutes from downtown Chicago. Below you will find helpful information on parking, directions and gate locations.
McCormick Place Information/Directions
McCormick Place Exhibitor Guaranteed Parking Order Form
A limited number of guaranteed parking spaces are available to exhibitors in Parking Lot A
and Parking Lot C by advance order of an Exhibitor Parking Permit. This permit allows
access to the garages with in-and-out privileges. Parking spaces are guaranteed even if lots
fill to capacity. Spaces can be reserved for move-in, move-out, and Show days. Spaces are
unassigned and available on a self-park basis. Exhibitor Parking Permits are available at a
rate of $23.75 per day (rates subject to change without notice).
You can order parking online or with the parking order form. (PDF)
Gate Locations
Click here to view the McCormick Place Gate Locations – your Roadmap to the “Ins and Outs” of McCormick Place.
Limousine and Private Charter Information
To avoid confusion in the tunnels, IHA will have a Limousine and Private Charter Dispatch area. Vehicles will be notified through a radio as exhibitors and attendees arrive at the appropriate gate. Please communicate these pickup and drop-off locations to your limousine or charter bus service company.
Designated Limo Pickup & Drop-Off Locations
- Lakeside Center, Level 2, Gate 38
- North & South Buildings, Level 1 East Lobby of the South Building, Gate 27 (2 levels below the Grand Concourse). Limos should enter from 31st Street at Moe Drive and follow directions.
Designated Private Charter Pickup & Drop-Off Locations
- Lakeside Center, Level 2, Gate 38
- North & South Buildings, Level 1 East Lobby of the South Building, Gate 26 (2 levels below the Grand Concourse). Private Charters should enter from 31st Street at Moe Drive and follow directions.
Airport Information:
Chicago is accessible by two major airports. For additional information on the transportation options and approximate travel times to and from each Chicago airport, please select one of the following.
Airport Express Bus Service:
Airport Express offers affordable and reliable service to and from O’Hare and Midway Airports. Airport shuttles provide convenient ground transportation throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Make your reservation in advance and take advantage of the complimentary coupon provided by IHA for $2.00 off your one way trip or $4.00 off round trip (more information on coupon above).
The “L” – Train Service to Airport:
The “L” is Chicago’s 24-hour rapid transit system. It is operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and is the third-busiest rail mass transit system in the United States. There are eight separate transit lines, two of which take passengers to Chicago’s major airports.
Reserve Discount Airfare with American Airlines: (return to top)
American Airlines is pleased to be your official Show airline, offering discounts up to 7% on any eligible, applicable published fare and discounts up to 10% off any eligible, applicable business or first class fare booked in F and J inventories. Click here for more information on our American Airlines discounts.
