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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Riverside is to line 290 bus and line 331 bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Riverside is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Howard CTA Station and arriving at 31st/1st via Cumberland CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Riverside via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Evanston to Riverside?

The distance between Evanston and Riverside is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $6 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Evanston to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Riverside bus from?

Evanston to Riverside bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Howard CTA Station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Riverside train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Riverside?

The best way to get from Evanston to Riverside is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $6 - $10. Alternatively, you can line 290 bus and line 331 bus, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Evanston to Riverside bus arrive?

Evanston to Riverside bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Cumberland CTA Station.

Where does the Evanston to Riverside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Riverside is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Evanston to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 1371+ hotels available in Riverside.

Evanston to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 290 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Riversidetrain Bnsf
1h 28m
$7–10
Line 290 bus, line 331 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Howard CTA Station to Cumberland CTA Stationbus 290
2. Take the bus from Cumberland CTA Station to 31st/1stbus 331
1h 59m
$3–4
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Riversidecar 20.1 mi
34 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Riversidetaxi 20.1 mi
34 min
$60–75
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Davis to LaSalle/Van Burensubway Purple Line
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Riversidetrain Bnsf
1h 46m
$6–10

Evanston to Riverside by train and foot

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Evanston to Riverside via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Howard CTA Station to 31st/1st via Cumberland CTA Station in around 1h 59m.

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