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 50 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 & Lake/Randolph. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 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 $3 - $5.

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 $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Evanston to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Evanston to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Lake/Randolph 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 1146+ 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

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 Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
30 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lakesubway Purple Line
33 min
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Lake/Randolphbus 147
50 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Chicago Looptaxi 12 mi
19 min
$35–50
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Chicago Loopcar 12 mi
19 min
$3–4

Evanston to Chicago Loop by train

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30 minAverage Duration

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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. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Lake/Randolph every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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