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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Evanston is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Evanston is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Evanston?

The distance between Indianapolis and Evanston is 200 miles. The road distance is 193.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Evanston without a car is to bus and subway which takes 4h 57m and costs $40 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Indianapolis to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Evanston bus from?

Indianapolis to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Evanston train from?

Indianapolis to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Evanston?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Evanston is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Evanston bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 3:11 PM in Indianapolis and 2:11 PM in Evanston.

Where does the Indianapolis to Evanston train arrive?

Indianapolis to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Evanston is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Indianapolis to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 869+ hotels available in Evanston.

Indianapolis to Evanston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to Evanston by bus, subway, train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus (Flixbus), or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicagobus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the subway from 95th to Howardsubway Red Line
4h 57m
$40–76
Drive 192.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Evanstoncar 192.2 mi
3h 29m
$36–51
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 55m
$38–72
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Dempstersubway
4h 26m
$51–372
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
5h 1m
$39–61
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain
4h 51m
$108–382

Indianapolis to Evanston by bus and subway

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Evanston.

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Distance: 198.9 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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