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

The cheapest way to get from Galena to Evanston is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galena to Evanston is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Galena and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Galena to Evanston station. However, there are services departing from Dubuque and arriving at Howard CTA Station via 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and Cumberland CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Galena to Evanston?

The distance between Galena and Evanston is 276 miles. The road distance is 158.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galena to Evanston without a car is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Galena to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galena to Evanston bus from?

Galena to Evanston bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Dubuque station.

Where does the Galena to Evanston bus arrive?

Galena to Evanston bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Galena to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Galena to Evanston is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Galena to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Evanston.

Galena to Evanston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus Lab 121
2. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
7h 59m
$112–159
Drive 157.6 mi
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1. Drive from Galena to Evanstoncar 157.6 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Milwaukeebus Lab 121
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
8h 30m
$125–172
Bus, train via Madison
1. Take the bus from Dubuque to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
9h 10m
$132–198

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Distance: 274.6 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a vehicle from Galena to Howard CTA Station via Dubuque, Madison, 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Cumberland, and Cumberland CTA Station in around 7h 59m.

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