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How to get fromNorth Chicago to Evanstonby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from North Chicago to Evanstontrain train Up-N
    47 min
    $4–6

  2. Train, line 213 bus

    1. Take the train from North Chicago to Highland Parktrain train Up-N
    2. Take the bus from Highland Park Metra Station to Church St & Ridge Avebus bus 213
    1h 39m
    $6–8

  3. Drive 22.6 mi

    1. Drive from North Chicago to Evanstoncar car 22.6 mi
    39 min
    $5–6

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from North Chicago to Evanstontaxi taxi 22.6 mi
    39 min
    $65–85

North Chicago to Evanston by train

Calendar160Weekly Trains
Duration47 minAverage Duration
Ticket$4Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 21.7 mi
  • Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between North Chicago, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from North Chicago to Evanston hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 47 min.

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