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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Macomb is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Macomb is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 52m and costs $170 - $280.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Macomb?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Macomb station. However, there are services departing from Main St. and arriving at Macomb Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Evanston to Macomb?

The distance between Evanston and Macomb is 263 miles. The road distance is 236.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Macomb without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $85 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Evanston to Macomb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Macomb train from?

Evanston to Macomb train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Where does the Evanston to Macomb train arrive?

Evanston to Macomb train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Macomb Station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Macomb?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Macomb is 236 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Evanston to Macomb.

Where can I stay near Macomb?

There are four+ hotels available in Macomb.

Evanston to Macomb - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, taxi, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Evanston to Macomb by train (Amtrak), car, plane, taxi, subway, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
4h 56m
$87–178
Drive 234.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Evanston to Macombcar 234.9 mi
5h 6m
$43–62
Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
2. Take the taxi from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Macombtaxi
4h 52m
$170–280
Subway, fly to Quincy Regional Airport, train
1. Take the subway from Davis to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)plane ORD - UIN
3. Take the train from Quincy Amtrak Station to Macomb Stationtrain
5h 43m
$118–230

Evanston to Macomb by train and bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Macomb Station twice daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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