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

The cheapest way to get from Gary to Evanston is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gary to Evanston is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Gary and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Gary station to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Gary Bus Station and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Gary and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Gary to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Gary and arriving at Davis via Washington/Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Gary to Evanston?

The distance between Gary and Evanston is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gary to Evanston without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 50m and costs $9 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Gary to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gary to Evanston bus from?

Gary to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gary Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gary to Evanston train from?

Gary to Evanston train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Where does the Gary to Evanston bus arrive?

Gary to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Gary to Evanston train arrive?

Gary to Evanston train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Millennium Station.

Can I drive from Gary to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Gary to Evanston is 43 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Gary to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Evanston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gary to Evanston by train, subway, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Gary to Millennium StationWestbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the subway from Washington/Wabash to DavisPurple Line
1h 50m
$10–13
Bus, line 147 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Michigan & Hubbard to Paulina & Howard Terminal147
2h 6m
$6–36
Drive 42.5 mi
1. Drive from Gary to Evanston42.5 mi
56 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gary to Evanston42.5 mi
56 min
$120–150

Gary to Evanston by bus

111Weekly Buses

2h 6mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 44.1 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Gary Bus Station to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 2h 6m.

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