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How to get fromEvanston to Great Lakesby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Evanston to Great Lakes by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Evanston to Great Lakestrain train Up-N
    45 min
    $4–6

  2. Line 213 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Davis St & Ridge Ave to Highland Park Metra Stationbus bus 213
    2. Take the train from Highland Park to Great Lakestrain train Up-N
    1h 37m
    $5–8

  3. Drive 21.5 mi

    1. Drive from Evanston to Great Lakescar car 21.5 mi
    37 min
    $4–6

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Great Lakestaxi taxi 21.5 mi
    37 min
    $65–80

Evanston to Great Lakes by train

Calendar155Weekly Trains
Duration45 minAverage Duration
Ticket$4Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 20.1 mi
  • Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Great Lakes, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Great Lakes hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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