What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from State & Van Buren and arriving at Rogers & Paulina. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Chicago, IL and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Evanston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Evanston is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago, IL to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

The train from Chicago OTC to Evanston takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Evanston bus from?

Chicago, IL to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Evanston train from?

Chicago, IL to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Evanston bus arrive?

Chicago, IL to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Rogers & Paulina station.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Evanston train arrive?

Chicago, IL to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Evanston is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Chicago, IL to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 998+ hotels available in Evanston.

Chicago, IL to Evanston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago, IL to Evanston by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
38 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Dempstersubway Purple Line
52 min
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Rogers & Paulinabus 147
1h 11m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago, IL to Evanstontaxi 12.6 mi
19 min
$40–50
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago, IL to Evanstoncar 12.6 mi
19 min
$3–4

Chicago, IL to Evanston by foot and train

210Weekly Services

38 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Van Buren to Rogers & Paulina every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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