What is the cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Evanston is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elkhart to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Evanston is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Franklin & 6th and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via South Bend, IN, Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Elkhart and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Elkhart station to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Elkhart Amtrak Station and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Evanston?

The distance between Elkhart and Evanston is 113 miles. The road distance is 117.6 miles.

How do I travel from Elkhart to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $26 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Elkhart to Evanston?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Elkhart to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Evanston bus from?

Elkhart to Evanston bus services, operated by Interurban Trolley, depart from Franklin & 6th station.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Evanston train from?

Elkhart to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Elkhart Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Elkhart to Evanston?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Evanston is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $26 - $60. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs $12 - $50 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Elkhart to Evanston bus arrive?

Elkhart to Evanston bus services, operated by Interurban Trolley, arrive at South Street Station.

What is the time difference between Elkhart and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Elkhart. It is currently 8:37 PM in Elkhart and 7:37 PM in Evanston.

Where does the Elkhart to Evanston train arrive?

Elkhart to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Evanston is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Elkhart to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1190+ hotels available in Evanston.

Elkhart to Evanston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elkhart to Evanston by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited / ...
3h 24m
$26–60
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Franklin & 6th to South Street Station30
2. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
5h 5m
$12–49
Drive 117 mi
1. Drive from Elkhart to Evanston117 mi
2h 26m
$22–31
Fly, train
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SBN - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanston
3h 26m

Elkhart to Evanston by train and foot (Amtrak)

21Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.4 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–60 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Franklin & 6th to Paulina & Howard Terminal via South Bend, IN, Chicago, Jefferson & Harrison, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 5h 5m.

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