What is the cheapest way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Lake Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Lake Zurich. However, there are services departing from Davis St & Ridge Ave and arriving at Rand/975 Dundee via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Lake Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Lake Zurich. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Barrington via Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

The distance between Evanston and Lake Zurich is 30 miles. The road distance is 26 miles.

How do I travel from Evanston to Lake Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 37m and costs $25 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Lake Zurich bus from?

Evanston to Lake Zurich bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Davis St & Ridge Ave station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Lake Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

The best way to get from Evanston to Lake Zurich is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs $24 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $30 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Evanston to Lake Zurich bus arrive?

Evanston to Lake Zurich bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Northwest Transportation Center station.

Where does the Evanston to Lake Zurich train arrive?

Evanston to Lake Zurich train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Clybourn station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Lake Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Lake Zurich is 26 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Evanston to Lake Zurich.

Where can I stay near Lake Zurich?

There are 262+ hotels available in Lake Zurich.

Evanston to Lake Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dodge Station to Des Plaines Metra Stationbus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2. Take the train from Des Plaines to Barringtontrain Up-Nw
1h 37m
$25–32
Drive 25.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Evanston to Lake Zurichcar 25.9 mi
41 min
$5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Evanston to Clybourntrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Barringtontrain Up-Nw
1h 52m
$25–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Lake Zurichtaxi 25.9 mi
41 min
$80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Davis St & Ridge Ave to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 208
2h 33m
$25–30

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Evanston, IL, USA and Lake Zurich, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Evanston to Lake Zurich via Clybourn and Barrington in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, Pace Bus operates a bus from Davis St & Ridge Ave to Northwest Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 34m.

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