What is the cheapest way to get from Racine to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Racine to Evanston is to bus and train which costs $8 - $14 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Racine to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Racine to Evanston is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Racine and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Racine to Evanston station. However, there are services departing from Marquette and 6th and arriving at Howard CTA Station via Mitchell Airport and Cumberland CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Racine to Evanston?

The distance between Racine and Evanston is 49 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

How do I travel from Racine to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Racine to Evanston without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs $8 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Racine to Evanston?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Racine to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Racine to Evanston bus from?

Racine to Evanston bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Marquette and 6th station.

Where does the Racine to Evanston bus arrive?

Racine to Evanston bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Mitchell Airport station.

Can I drive from Racine to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Racine to Evanston is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Racine to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1225+ hotels available in Evanston.

Racine to Evanston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 290 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Racine to Evanston by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Racine Street and 14th Street to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the train from Kenosha to Evanstontrain Up-N
2h 21m
$9–14
Bus, line 290 bus
1. Take the bus from Marquette and 6th to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
3. Take the bus from Cumberland CTA Station to Howard CTA Stationbus 290
4h 13m
$44–58
Drive 51.2 mi
1. Drive from Racine to Evanstoncar 51.2 mi
1h 28m
$10–14

Racine to Evanston by bus and train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Racine, WI, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Marquette and 6th to Howard CTA Station via Mitchell Airport, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Cumberland, and Cumberland CTA Station in around 4h 13m.

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