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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to line 554 bus and bus which costs $3 - $6 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Evanston station. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D and arriving at Dodge Station via Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F and O'Hare MMF Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Elgin to Evanston?

The distance between Elgin and Evanston is 42 miles. The road distance is 34.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Evanston without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $4 - $6.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Elgin to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Evanston bus from?

Elgin to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Evanston train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Evanston?

The best way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Elgin to Evanston bus arrive?

Elgin to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D.

Where does the Elgin to Evanston train arrive?

Elgin to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Evanston is 34 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Elgin to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Evanston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Evanston by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D to Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop Dbus 603
2. Take the bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 9 to Dodge Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2h 1m
$5–6
Line 554 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago St & Spring St to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 554
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Church St & Asbury Avebus 208
2h 58m
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
2h 12m
$9–12
Drive 34.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Evanstoncar 34.1 mi
45 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Evanstontaxi 34.1 mi
45 min
$100–130

Elgin to Evanston by bus

117Weekly Buses

2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D to Dodge Station via Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop F and O'Hare MMF Bay 9 in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Evanston via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 12m.

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