What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Station and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from State & Van Buren and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Station and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from LaSalle/Van Buren and arriving at Dempster. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Station to Evanston?

The distance between Grand Central Station and Evanston is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Station to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston without a car is to subway which takes 46 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston?

The subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Dempster takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Station to Evanston bus from?

Grand Central Station to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from State & Van Buren station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Station to Evanston train from?

Grand Central Station to Evanston train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from LaSalle/Van Buren station.

Where does the Grand Central Station to Evanston bus arrive?

Grand Central Station to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the Grand Central Station to Evanston train arrive?

Grand Central Station to Evanston train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Dempster station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Station to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Station to Evanston is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Grand Central Station to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1251+ hotels available in Evanston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Station to Evanston by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Dempstersubway Purple Line
46 min
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from State & Van Buren to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
1h 4m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Station to Evanstontaxi 13 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 13 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Station to Evanstoncar 13 mi
20 min
$3–4
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Clark & Harrison to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 22
1h 28m
$3

Grand Central Station to Evanston by foot and subway

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Station, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Dempster every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from State & Van Buren to Paulina & Howard Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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