In and Around Chicago

Free shuttle buses will run between official PACK EXPO International hotels and the McCormick Place Campus during the show. Be sure to look for signage at your hotel directing you to the boarding points. Shuttle bus schedules and pickup points are subject to change. Shuttle buses drop off in all McCormick Place buildings and pick-up in South, Lakeside and West buildings.

Located on Level 2.5 of the Grand Concourse in the South Building, the METRA Electric commuter railroad provides direct service to and from downtown Chicago. Access to ride the Metra Electric line (only) is free to all visitors of PACK EXPO International. See map for METRA Electric stops and other available CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) lines.

Trains will depart the McCormick Place station on
Sunday: 3:00pm, 4:10pm, 4:40pm, 5:00pm, 5:20pm, 5:30pm & 6:10pm
Monday - Wednesday: Every 10-20 min. from 3:00pm-6:00pm.
‍See full Metra Electric Line schedule

From Uber to Lyft, Curb to Arro, you have plenty of options. Ride Share Pick-Up locations are available in the South and West Buildings. The main taxi pick-up is located at South Building (Gate 4)

Getting around McCormick Place is easier and more convenient than ever. There are three main parking lots on the campus, all within walking distance of the convention complex. Advanced reservations are highly encouraged.  Get directions, parking information, reservation access, capacity info, updates on parking lot options, as well as real-time parking lot updates on the McCormick Place linktree webpage.