What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Michigan & Washington. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Evanston and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Evanston and Chicago Loop is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

The train from Evanston to Chicago OTC takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Chicago Loop bus from?

Evanston to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Chicago Loop train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Evanston to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 30 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Evanston to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Evanston to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Washington station.

Where does the Evanston to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Chicago Loop is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Evanston to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1095+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

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

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

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Chicago OTC hourly, and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 51 min.

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