What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Michigan & Washington. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Chicago Union Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Evanston and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

The distance between Evanston and Chicago Union Station is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to Chicago Union Station without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

The train from Evanston to Chicago OTC takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Chicago Union Station bus from?

Evanston to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Chicago Union Station train from?

Evanston to Chicago Union Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from Evanston station.

Train or bus from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 147 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Evanston to Chicago Union Station bus arrive?

Evanston to Chicago Union Station bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Michigan & Washington station.

Where does the Evanston to Chicago Union Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Chicago Union Station is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Evanston to Chicago Union Station.

Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

There are 1199+ hotels available in Chicago Union Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to Chicago Union Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
35 min
$3–5
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Dempster to Quincysubway Purple Line
1h 3m
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washingtonbus 147
1h 12m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Chicago Union Stationtaxi 12.5 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 12.5 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Chicago Union Stationcar 12.5 mi
20 min
$3–4

Evanston to Chicago Union Station by train and foot

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Chicago Union Station, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Michigan & Washington every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 52 min.

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