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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Lemont is to line 147 bus and bus which costs $5 - $8 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Lemont is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Lemont?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Lemont station. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Lemont Metra Station via Michigan & Washington and Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Lemont?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Lemont. However, there are services departing from Main St. and arriving at Lemont via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Evanston to Lemont?

The distance between Evanston and Lemont is 36 miles. The road distance is 37.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Lemont without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $7 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Evanston to Lemont, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Lemont bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to Lemont train from?

Evanston to Lemont train services, operated by Metra, depart from Main St. station.

Train or bus from Evanston to Lemont?

The best way to get from Evanston to Lemont is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and bus, which costs $5 - $8 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Evanston to Lemont bus arrive?

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

Where does the Evanston to Lemont train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Lemont?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Lemont is 37 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Evanston to Lemont.

Where can I stay near Lemont?

There are 235+ hotels available in Lemont.

Evanston to Lemont - 5 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to Lemont by train, bus, car, taxi, 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 Main St. to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lemonttrain Hc
2h 14m
$8–11
Line 147 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
2. Take the bus from Union Station to Lemont Metra Stationbus 755
3h 2m
$5–7
Drive 37.3 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Lemontcar 37.3 mi
54 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Lemonttaxi 37.3 mi
54 min
$110–140
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Main to LaSalle/Van Burensubway Purple Line
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lemonttrain Hc
2h 31m
$6–11

Evanston to Lemont by train and foot

15Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Evanston to Lemont.

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Distance: 36.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Lemont, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Main St. to Lemont via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Lemont Metra Station via Michigan & Washington and Union Station in around 3h 2m.

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