Rome2Rio

How to get fromChicago Loop to Evanstonby train, bus, taxi, car or subway

Find Transport to Evanston

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Loop 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.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to EvanstontrainUp-N
    26 min
  2. Subway

    cheapest
    1. Take the subway from Washington/Wells to DempstersubwayPurple Line
    36 min
    $2–5
  3. Line 147 bus

    1. Take the bus from Michigan & South Water to Rogers & Paulinabus147
    44 min
    $3
  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago Loop to Evanstontaxi12.1 mi
    19 min
    $35–50
  5. Drive 12.1 mi

    1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Evanstoncar12.1 mi
    19 min
    $3–4

Questions & Answers

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Evanston hourly, and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Michigan & South Water to Rogers & Paulina every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 44 min.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)?, How do I get from Sydney to Melbourne, and How to get from Southend Airport into central London - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

More Questions & Answers