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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Kalamazoo is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Kalamazoo is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Michigan & Washington and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Kalamazoo via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Evanston to Kalamazoo?

The distance between Evanston and Kalamazoo is 150 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Kalamazoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs $29 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Evanston to Kalamazoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Kalamazoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to Kalamazoo train from?

Evanston to Kalamazoo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Evanston to Kalamazoo?

The best way to get from Evanston to Kalamazoo is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs $29 - $90. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and bus, which costs $26 - $85 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Evanston to Kalamazoo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Evanston and Kalamazoo?

Kalamazoo is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 5:02 PM in Evanston and 6:02 PM in Kalamazoo.

Where does the Evanston to Kalamazoo train arrive?

Evanston to Kalamazoo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kalamazoo station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Kalamazoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Kalamazoo is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Evanston to Kalamazoo.

Where can I stay near Kalamazoo?

There are 52+ hotels available in Kalamazoo.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KalamazooWolverine / ...
3h 41m
$29–90
Line 147 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington147
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus StopGreyhound US0160
5h 10m
$26–82
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Kalamazoo157.1 mi
2h 47m
$29–42
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lake
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO)ORD - AZO
4h 49m
$36–252

Evanston to Kalamazoo by train and foot (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Kalamazoo, MI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $29–90 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Michigan & Washington, Harrison & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 5h 10m.

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