What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)?

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

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Madison & Halsted via Madison & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and The Loop (CTA)?

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 The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Evanston and The Loop (CTA) is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to The Loop (CTA) train from?

Evanston to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Evanston station.

Train or bus from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 38 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Evanston to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Evanston to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

Evanston to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)?

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

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 446+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Evanston to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
38 min
$3–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
1h 9m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)taxi 12 mi
19 min
$35–50
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to The Loop (CTA)car 12 mi
19 min
$3–4

Evanston to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

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38 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Evanston to The Loop (CTA).

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), 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 & Washington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 52 min.

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