The average train between Aurora and Evanston takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Aurora to Evanston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aurora and Evanston. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Aurora is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Evanston at 12:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Aurora to Evanston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aurora to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Aurora station and arriving at Evanston station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Aurora to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Aurora station.
Aurora to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.
The distance between Aurora and Evanston is 60.8 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Aurora to Evanston via Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 9m.