What is the cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln Square and Northwestern University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from California & Foster and arriving at Maple & Emerson. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln Square and Northwestern University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ravenswood and arriving at Evanston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

The distance between Lincoln Square and Northwestern University is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

The train from Ravenswood to Evanston takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to Northwestern University bus from?

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from California & Foster station.

Where do I catch the Lincoln Square to Northwestern University train from?

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University train services, operated by Metra, depart from Ravenswood station.

Train or bus from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University is to train which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 93 bus, which costs $3 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Lincoln Square to Northwestern University bus arrive?

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Maple & Emerson station.

Where does the Lincoln Square to Northwestern University train arrive?

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Evanston station.

Can I drive from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln Square to Northwestern University is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Northwestern University.

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Lincoln Square to Northwestern University by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ravenswood to Evanstontrain Up-N
31 min
$3–5
Drive 6.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lincoln Square to Northwestern Universitycar 6.3 mi
10 min
$2
Line 93 bus
1. Take the bus from California & Foster to Maple & Emersonbus 93
45 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lincoln Square to Northwestern Universitytaxi 6.3 mi
10 min
$22–27

Lincoln Square to Northwestern University by train and foot

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Distance: 6.5 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Lincoln Square, IL, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Ravenswood to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from California & Foster to Maple & Emerson every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 31 min.

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