What is the cheapest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between The Loop (CTA) and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Halsted & Madison and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Washington & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between The Loop (CTA) and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Evanston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

The distance between The Loop (CTA) and Evanston is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

How do I travel from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

The train from Chicago OTC to Evanston takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the The Loop (CTA) to Evanston bus from?

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Washington & Wabash station.

Where do I catch the The Loop (CTA) to Evanston train from?

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

The best way to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston is to train which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the The Loop (CTA) to Evanston bus arrive?

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the The Loop (CTA) to Evanston train arrive?

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.

Can I drive from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between The Loop (CTA) to Evanston is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 869+ hotels available in Evanston.

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
34 min
$3–5
Line 147 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington & Wabash to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
1h 11m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Loop (CTA) to Evanstontaxi 12.2 mi
19 min
$35–50
Drive 12.2 mi
1. Drive from The Loop (CTA) to Evanstoncar 12.2 mi
19 min
$3–4

The Loop (CTA) to Evanston by foot and train

210Weekly Services

34 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from The Loop (CTA) to Evanston.

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between The Loop (CTA), IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Washington & Wabash to Paulina & Howard Terminal every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 48 min.

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