The average train between Grayslake and Evanston takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Grayslake 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 every 2 hours between Grayslake and Evanston. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Grayslake is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Evanston at 12:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Grayslake 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 Grayslake to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Grayslake station and arriving at Evanston station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Grayslake to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Grayslake station.
Grayslake to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.
The distance between Grayslake and Evanston is 44.5 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Grayslake to Evanston via Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 20m.