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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Evanston is to bus and subway which costs $20 - $35 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Evanston is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and Washington & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Main via LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Champaign to Evanston?

The distance between Champaign and Evanston is 148 miles. The road distance is 145.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Evanston without a car is to bus and subway which takes 3h 27m and costs $20 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Champaign to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Evanston bus from?

Champaign to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Evanston train from?

Champaign to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train or bus from Champaign to Evanston?

The best way to get from Champaign to Evanston is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 147 bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Champaign to Evanston bus arrive?

Champaign to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Champaign to Evanston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Evanston is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Champaign to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1220+ hotels available in Evanston.

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

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Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the subway from 95th to Howardsubway Red Line
3h 27m
$21–33
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
3h 31m
$34–80
Drive 144.3 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Evanstoncar 144.3 mi
2h 41m
$27–38
Fly, train
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Clybourntrain
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain
3h 3m
$53–252
Bus, line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington & Wabash to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
3h 34m
$51–66

Champaign to Evanston by bus and subway

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Distance: 147.6 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Champaign, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison, Washington & State, and Washington & Wabash in around 3h 34m.

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