What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to West Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to West Loop is to line 147 bus and line 60 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to West Loop?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to West Loop is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and West Loop?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Clark & Van Buren. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and West 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 West Loop?

The distance between Evanston and West Loop is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to West Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to West 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 West Loop?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to West Loop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to West Loop train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to West Loop?

The best way to get from Evanston to West Loop is to train which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus and line 60 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Evanston to West Loop bus arrive?

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

Where does the Evanston to West Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to West Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to West Loop is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Evanston to West Loop.

Where can I stay near West Loop?

There are 1280+ hotels available in West Loop.

Evanston to West Loop - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 147 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Evanston to West Loop by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
30 min
$3–5
Line 147 bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
2. Take the bus from Michigan & Washington to 900 W Harrisonbus 60
1h 12m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to West Looptaxi 12.3 mi
20 min
$35–50
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to West Loopcar 12.3 mi
20 min
$3–4
Subway
1. Take the subway from Dempster to LaSalle/Van Burensubway Purple Line
41 min
$2–5
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Clark & Van Burenbus 22
1h 21m
$3

Evanston to West Loop by train

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and West Loop, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to 900 W Harrison via Michigan & Washington in around 1h 12m.

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