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How to get fromEvanston to Waukeganby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Evanston to Waukegantrain train Up-N
    56 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 Waukegantrain train Up-N
    1h 48m
    $5–8

  3. Drive 25.3 mi

    1. Drive from Evanston to Waukegancar car 25.3 mi
    44 min
    $5–7

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Waukegantaxi taxi 25.3 mi
    44 min
    $75–95

Evanston to Waukegan by train

Calendar155Weekly Trains
Duration56 minAverage Duration
Ticket$4Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 23.9 mi
  • Duration: 56 min

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

Metra operates a train from Evanston to Waukegan hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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