What is the cheapest way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Northbrook and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct bus from Northbrook to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Shermer Walters and arriving at Sheridan & Foster via Old Orchard Mall - Macys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Northbrook and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct train from Northbrook to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Northbrook and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

The distance between Northbrook and Northwestern University is 17 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

How do I travel from Northbrook to Northwestern University without a car?

The best way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University without a car is to line 422 bus and line 201 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs $5 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northbrook to Northwestern University bus from?

Northbrook to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Shermer Walters station.

Where do I catch the Northbrook to Northwestern University train from?

Northbrook to Northwestern University train services, operated by Metra, depart from Northbrook station.

Train or bus from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from Northbrook to Northwestern University is to line 422 bus and line 201 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Northbrook to Northwestern University bus arrive?

Northbrook to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Old Orchard Mall - Macy's station.

Where does the Northbrook to Northwestern University train arrive?

Northbrook to Northwestern University train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Northbrook to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between Northbrook to Northwestern University is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Northbrook to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Northwestern University.

Northbrook to Northwestern University - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Line 422 bus, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shermer Walters to Old Orchard Mall - Macy'sbus 422
2. Take the bus from Old Orchard Mall - Macys to Sheridan & Fosterbus 201
1h 19m
$5–6
Drive 11 mi
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1. Drive from Northbrook to Northwestern Universitycar 11 mi
20 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Northbrook to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-N
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Evanstontrain Up-N
2h 5m
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northbrook to Northwestern Universitytaxi 11 mi
20 min
$35–45

Northbrook to Northwestern University by bus and foot

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Northbrook, Cook County, IL, USA and Northwestern University, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Shermer Walters to Northwestern University via Old Orchard Mall - Macys and Sheridan & Foster in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Northbrook to Northwestern University via Union Station, Chicago OTC, and Evanston in around 2h 5m.

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