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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Kalamazoo and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Kalamazoo to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Evanston?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Evanston is 150 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalamazoo to Evanston bus from?

Kalamazoo to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Kalamazoo to Evanston train from?

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

Train or bus from Kalamazoo to Evanston?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $75 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Evanston bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 7:53 PM in Kalamazoo and 6:53 PM in Evanston.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Evanston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Evanston is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Kalamazoo to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 946+ hotels available in Evanston.

Kalamazoo to Evanston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Evanston by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union StationWolverine / ...
3h 11m
$30–90
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
4h 21m
$27–72
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Evanston157 mi
2h 47m
$29–42
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)AZO - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanston
4h 23m

Kalamazoo to Evanston by train and foot (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Kalamazoo, MI, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $24–70 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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