Originally Posted by fastflyer
The neighborhood I was thinking of is Archer Heights. There are several other options also west of Western. Another advantage of the Southwest Side is proximity to Midway airport.
I would estimate that the 55/ Garfield bus takes about 30 minutes from Archer Heights to Hyde Park.
And that same bus goes to/from MDW from (I think) the Museum of Science and Industry. Anyway, close to there.
Takes almost an hour IIRC, with many many stops over a very bumpy road, through some unappetizing neighborhoods.
It is a cheap way to get to HP from MDW. Taxis are maybe $15-18 (it's been a while for me).