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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Elkhart is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Elkhart is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Transfer Center via Michigan & Washington, Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Evanston to Elkhart?

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

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Evanston to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Elkhart bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to Elkhart train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Evanston to Elkhart is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and bus and line 30 bus, which costs $11 - $50 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Evanston to Elkhart bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Evanston and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 4:17 AM in Evanston and 5:17 AM in Elkhart.

Where does the Evanston to Elkhart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Elkhart is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Evanston to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 206+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Evanston to Elkhart - 4 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, and bus

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

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 OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
3h 29m
Line 147 bus, bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington147
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, IN
3. Take the bus from South Street Station to Transfer Center30
5h 48m
$11–48
Drive 116.9 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Elkhart116.9 mi
2h 25m
$22–31
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lake
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
3h 46m
$100–390

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN) flights

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59 minAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.4 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Evanston to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Transfer Center via Michigan & Washington, Harrison & Jefferson, Chicago, and South Street Station in around 5h 48m.

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