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

The cheapest way to get from Naperville to Evanston is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Naperville to Evanston is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Naperville and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Naperville to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Naperville and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Naperville to Evanston?

The distance between Naperville and Evanston is 41 miles. The road distance is 36.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Naperville to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $8 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Naperville to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Naperville to Evanston train from?

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

Where does the Naperville to Evanston train arrive?

Naperville to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Naperville to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Naperville to Evanston is 37 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Naperville to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Evanston.

Naperville to Evanston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Naperville to Evanston by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
1h 59m
$8–11
Train, line 330 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Naperville to LaGrange Roadtrain
2. Take the bus from La Grange/Burlington Ave. to O'Hare MMF Bay 8bus 330
3. Take the bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 9 to Dodge Stationbus 250
2h 44m
$7–10
Drive 36.5 mi
1. Drive from Naperville to Evanstoncar 36.5 mi
49 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Naperville to Evanstontaxi 36.5 mi
49 min
$100–130
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Davissubway Purple Line
2h 4m
$7–11

Naperville to Evanston by train and foot

200Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Naperville, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Naperville to Evanston via Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 1h 59m.

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