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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Evanston is to fly which costs $170 - $320 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Evanston is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $100 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Pasco Bus Stop, Denver Union Station, Jefferson & Harrison and Washington & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Main via LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 55m.

How far is it from Portland to Evanston?

The distance between Portland and Evanston is 1791 miles. The road distance is 2075.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 46h 55m and costs $550 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Portland to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Evanston bus from?

Portland to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Evanston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Evanston?

The best way to get from Portland to Evanston is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $100 - $480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,300 and takes 46h 55m, you could also bus, which costs $360 - $600 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Portland to Evanston bus arrive?

Portland to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pasco Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Portland and Evanston?

Evanston is 2h ahead of Portland. It is currently 11:06 AM in Portland and 1:06 PM in Evanston.

Where does the Portland to Evanston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Evanston is 2075 miles. It takes approximately 33h 56m to drive from Portland to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Evanston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Evanston by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
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1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PDX - MDW
6h 47m
$107–473
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
46h 55m
$581–1,279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Pasco Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2d 2h
$368–593
Drive 2,063 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Evanstoncar 2,063 mi
33h 56m
$377–544
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PDX - ORD
7h 12m
$179–313

Portland to Evanston by train, foot, and subway (Amtrak)

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46h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,780.9 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $550–1,300 and the journey takes 46h.

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