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How to get fromLake Forest College to Northwestern Universityby train, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Forest College to Northwestern University by train, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Lake Forest. to Evanstontrain train Up-N
    1h 11m
    $4–5

  2. Train, line 213 bus

    1. Take the train from Lake Forest. to Highland Parktrain train Up-N
    2. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Church St & Benson Avebus bus 213
    2h 2m
    $5–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Lake Forest College to Northwestern Universitytaxi taxi 17.1 mi
    31 min
    $50–65

  4. Drive 17.1 mi

    1. Drive from Lake Forest College to Northwestern Universitycar car 17.1 mi
    31 min
    $4–5

Lake Forest College to Northwestern University by foot and train

Calendar160Weekly Services
Duration1h 11mAverage Duration
Ticket$4Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 18.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Lake Forest College, IL, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Lake Forest. to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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