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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Ottawa is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Ottawa is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Michigan & Washington and arriving at Oglesby via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Evanston to Ottawa?

The distance between Evanston and Ottawa is 125 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Ottawa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 32m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Evanston to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Ottawa bus from?

Evanston to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Evanston to Ottawa bus arrive?

Evanston to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oglesby station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Ottawa is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Evanston to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 35+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Evanston to Ottawa - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Evanston to Ottawa by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
3h 32m
$108–158
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Evanston to Ottawacar 86 mi
2h 2m
$16–23
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
6h
$74–108

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Distance: 124.2 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesby once daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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