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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Evanston is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Evanston is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $65 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Lansing, MI and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Kalamazoo Bus Stop, Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Lansing to Evanston?

The distance between Lansing and Evanston is 207 miles. The road distance is 228.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $35 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Lansing to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lansing to Evanston bus from?

Lansing to Evanston bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Lansing, MI station.

Train, bus or fly from Lansing to Evanston?

The best way to get from Lansing to Evanston is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $65 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $110 and takes 5h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Lansing to Evanston bus arrive?

Lansing to Evanston bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 7:23 AM in Lansing and 6:23 AM in Evanston.

Can I drive from Lansing to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Evanston is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Lansing to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 998+ hotels available in Evanston.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3h 21m
$66–358
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
5h 56m
$35–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MIbus 1483
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
9h 41m
$58–108
Drive 227.4 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to Evanstoncar 227.4 mi
3h 56m
$42–60

Lansing to Evanston by bus, train, and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.7 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

American Airlines flies from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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