The UPS Store
11 min walk
from 311 S Wacker
4 min bike
via downtown streets
888 m / 2913 ft
straight-line distance
88 places
within a 5-min walk
The UPS Store is a print, copy and shipping shop at 17 East Monroe Street, about 888 m (11 min walk) from 311 South Wacker Drive — business printing, binding, packing and courier drop-off near 311 South Wacker.
The UPS Store sits in the Chicago Loop. The nearest CTA 'L' stop is Adams/Wabash (Brown, Green, Orange, Purple & Pink lines), about a 1-minute walk, and Union Station's Metra and Amtrak trains are 15 minutes away on foot — so reaching it without a car is easy.
Map & Location
Dashed line shows the straight-line route to 311 South Wacker Drive (888 m · ~11 min walk).
Getting to The UPS Store
From 311 South Wacker Drive
Head east — it's about 888 m on foot (11 min at a city pace). The dashed line on the map above shows the direction.
By 'L' Train
Ride to Adams/Wabash (Brown, Green, Orange, Purple & Pink lines); from the platform exit it's roughly a 1-minute walk. A Ventra card or contactless bank card works on all CTA trains and buses.
From Union Station (Metra / Amtrak)
Exit toward Jackson Boulevard and walk 15 minutes; taxis and rideshare pickups are on Canal Street.
From the Airports
O'Hare: CTA Blue line to the Loop (~45 min) or 30–60 min by car. Midway: CTA Orange line to the Loop (~25 min) or about 20–30 min by car.
If You're Driving
The nearest public garage in this directory is Adams-Wabash Self Park, about 1 min away on foot — reserve ahead through a parking app for the best rate, or see the 311 S Wacker parking guide.
Walking Times to Chicago Landmarks
| The Art Institute of Chicago | 228 m | 3 min walk |
| Millennium Park (Cloud Gate) | 383 m | 5 min walk |
| Chicago Board of Trade | 558 m | 7 min walk |
| Chicago Theatre | 615 m | 8 min walk |
| Buckingham Fountain | 784 m | 10 min walk |
| Willis Tower & Skydeck | 802 m | 10 min walk |
| Chicago Riverwalk | 864 m | 11 min walk |
| Union Station | 1166 m | 15 min walk |
| Navy Pier | 1956 m | 24 min walk |
Everyday Essentials Near The UPS Store
| Nearest coffee | Starbucks | 1 min walk |
| Nearest pharmacy | CVS Pharmacy | 3 min walk |
| Nearest bank branch | Bank of America | 2 min walk |
| Nearest public garage | Adams-Wabash Self Park | 1 min walk |
| Nearest dry cleaner | Plymouth Court Cleaners | 8 min walk |
Within a 5-Minute Walk of The UPS Store
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- 23 hotels: The Palmer House Hilton, University Club of Chicago, LIVN Millennium Park Downtown Chicago Superior 1BR, LIVN Millennium Park Downtown Chicago Studio (+19 more)
- 19 restaurants: Dunkin', Brightwok Kitchen, Naf Naf Grill, Subway (+15 more)
- 8 cafes: Starbucks, Starbucks, Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea, Starbucks (+4 more)
- 3 bars: Lobby Bar at Palmer House, 2Twenty2 Tavern, The Row Tavern
- 15 attractions: Pritzker Military Museum & Library, Begin Route 66, Lion "on the prowl", Lion “in an attitude of defiance” (+11 more)
- 2 entertainment: Symphony Center, CIBC Theatre
- 2 health & wellness: Kraff Eye Institute, Strobel Dentistry
- 3 parking: Adams-Wabash Self Park, Grant Park South Garage, Grant Park North Garage
- 4 banks: Bank of America, U.S. Bank, Chase, Bank of America
- 5 pharmacies: CVS Pharmacy, CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Walgreens (+1 more)
- 2 corporate services: Spaces, Chicago Loop Post Office
The Neighborhood: The Chicago Loop
The Loop is Chicago's beating heart — the elevated trains that give the district its name rattle overhead past century-old skyscrapers, LaSalle Street's canyon of banks, State Street's flagship stores and the Theatre District's glowing marquees. By day it hums with office workers; by evening the riverfront, Millennium Park and dozens of restaurants keep it alive.
Staying Overnight? Hotels Near The UPS Store
The closest guest-rated hotels to this spot — live photos and ratings via Booking.com.
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Check RatesGood to Know: Local Tips
Downtown print counters handle same-day business cards, presentation decks, large-format posters and shipping in one stop; upload files online beforehand to skip the counter wait. Most locations also offer notary and passport-photo services — call ahead to confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is The UPS Store from 311 South Wacker Drive? +
The UPS Store is about 888 meters from 311 South Wacker Drive — roughly a 11-minute walk through downtown Chicago.
What is the nearest CTA 'L' station to The UPS Store? +
The closest 'L' stop is Adams/Wabash (Brown, Green, Orange, Purple & Pink lines), about 97 m away — a 1-minute walk.
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10 min from 311 S Wacker Cafes
Dunkin'
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11 min from 311 S Wacker Restaurants
Brightwok Kitchen
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Adams-Wabash Self Park
17 East Adams Street
10 min from 311 S Wacker Parking