What is the cheapest way to get from West Loop to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from West Loop to Evanston is to line 22 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Loop to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from West Loop to Evanston is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between West Loop and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clark & Harrison and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between West Loop 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 West Loop to Evanston?

The distance between West Loop and Evanston is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from West Loop to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from West Loop to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from West Loop to Evanston?

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

Where do I catch the West Loop to Evanston bus from?

West Loop to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the West Loop to Evanston train from?

West Loop to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from West Loop to Evanston?

The best way to get from West Loop to Evanston is to train which takes 26 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the West Loop to Evanston bus arrive?

West Loop to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Rogers & Paulina station.

Where does the West Loop to Evanston train arrive?

West Loop to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.

Can I drive from West Loop to Evanston?

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

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1870+ hotels available in Evanston.

West Loop to Evanston - 6 ways to travel via train, line 147 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from West Loop to Evanston by train, bus, taxi, car, 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 Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
26 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Dempstersubway Purple Line
39 min
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Rogers & Paulinabus 147
1h 10m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Loop to Evanstontaxi 12.3 mi
19 min
$40–50
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from West Loop to Evanstoncar 12.3 mi
19 min
$3–4
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Clark & Harrison to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 22
1h 23m
$3

West Loop to Evanston by train

210Weekly Trains

26 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from West Loop to Evanston.

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between West Loop, 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 State & Van Buren to Rogers & Paulina every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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