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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Evanston is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Evanston is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Union Station Transit Center and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between DeKalb and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Evanston?

The distance between DeKalb and Evanston is 89 miles. The road distance is 63.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Evanston without a car is to bus and line 147 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $13 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from DeKalb to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Evanston bus from?

DeKalb to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Evanston train from?

DeKalb to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Evanston?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Evanston is to bus and line 147 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $13 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $17 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the DeKalb to Evanston bus arrive?

DeKalb to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the DeKalb to Evanston train arrive?

DeKalb to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Evanston is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from DeKalb to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1032+ hotels available in Evanston.

DeKalb to Evanston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 147 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Evanston by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or subway

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Bus, line 147 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Michigan & Hubbard to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
2h 49m
$13–22
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
3h 21m
$8–17
Drive 63.5 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Evanstoncar 63.5 mi
1h 30m
$12–17
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Elburn to Oak Parktrain Up-W
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Dempstersubway Purple Line
3h 50m
$8–20

DeKalb to Evanston by bus and foot

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Dekalb to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Chicago Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, Metra operates a train from Elburn to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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