What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Plaines Metra Station station and arriving at Dodge Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Evanston via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Evanston?

The distance between Des Plaines and Evanston is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Evanston?

The bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Dodge Station takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Evanston bus from?

Des Plaines to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Des Plaines Metra Station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Evanston train from?

Des Plaines to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Des Plaines station.

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Evanston?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston is to bus which takes 32 min and costs $2 - $3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $6 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Evanston bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Dodge Station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Evanston train arrive?

Des Plaines to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Evanston is 11 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Des Plaines to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1179+ hotels available in Evanston.

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Plaines to Evanston by bus, train, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Dodge Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
32 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Clybourntrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain Up-N
1h 9m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Evanstontaxi 10.5 mi
21 min
$30–45
Drive 10.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Evanstoncar 10.5 mi
21 min
$2–3

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Pace Bus operates a bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Dodge Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Des Plaines to Evanston via Clybourn in around 1h 9m.

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