How to get to the United Center

Last verified Oct 19, 2026

Take the Blue Line to Illinois Medical District (Damen exit) and walk north on Damen, or the Green Line to Damen, two blocks north of the arena.

Nearest stations and live departures

• Illinois Medical District (Blue Line) — use the Damen exit
• Damen (Green Line) — about two blocks north

Event buses

On event days, the CTA adds #20 Madison trips before events. Afterward, the #19 United Center Express runs to downtown and the #50 Damen runs extra service; the #9 and #126 also serve the area.

Plan your trip to United Center

Event-day service changes from game to game: check the team or venue and the transit agency before you go, and allow extra time after big events.

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