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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Evanston is to bus which costs $270 - $550 and takes 38h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Evanston is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via St Louis Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 53m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Evanston?

The distance between Phoenix and Evanston is 1475 miles. The road distance is 1713.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Evanston without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 37h 9m and costs $500 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Phoenix to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Evanston bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Evanston?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Evanston is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $140 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $270 - $550 and takes 38h 53m.

Where does the Phoenix to Evanston bus arrive?

Phoenix to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Evanston?

Evanston is 2h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 10:21 PM in Phoenix and 12:21 AM in Evanston.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Evanston is 1713 miles. It takes approximately 30h 24m to drive from Phoenix to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Evanston.

Phoenix to Evanston - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Phoenix to Evanston by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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

Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHX - MDW
5h 47m
$144–610
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047 / ...
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
37h 9m
$514–1,140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
38h 53m
$271–518
Drive 1,703.2 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Evanstoncar 1,703.2 mi
30h 24m
$311–449
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHX - ORD
6h 17m
$376–660
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane PHX - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
3. Take the train from Kenosha to Evanstontrain
8h 39m
$251–1,121
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Station to Maricopa Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2d 12h
$676–1,539

Phoenix to Evanston by bus, train, and subway

7Weekly Services

37h 9mAverage Duration

$514Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,466.4 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Paulina & Howard Terminal via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 38h 53m.

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