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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Evanston is to bus which costs $85 - $180 and takes 14h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Evanston is to fly and subway which takes 3h 15m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Cleveland Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Dempster via Adams/Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

How far is it from Rochester to Evanston?

The distance between Rochester and Evanston is 552 miles. The road distance is 614.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 12h 55m and costs $160 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Rochester to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Evanston bus from?

Rochester to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Evanston train from?

Rochester to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Evanston?

The best way to get from Rochester to Evanston is to train which takes 12h 55m and costs $160 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $180 and takes 14h 49m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $400 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Rochester to Evanston bus arrive?

Rochester to Evanston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 8:01 AM in Rochester and 7:01 AM in Evanston.

Where does the Rochester to Evanston train arrive?

Rochester to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Evanston is 615 miles. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Rochester to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Evanston.

Rochester to Evanston - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, subway, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Evanston by plane, subway, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly Rochester to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane ROC - MDW
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Mainsubway
3h 15m
$96–460
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0171
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
14h 49m
$87–171
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
12h 55m
$162–353
Drive 611.4 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Evanstoncar 611.4 mi
10h 33m
$112–162
Fly Rochester to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ROC - ORD
3h 59m
$88–400
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BUF - MDW
5h 12m
$173–334

Rochester to Evanston by train, bus, and subway (Amtrak)

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12h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 549 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $150–350 and the journey takes 11h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Cleveland Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 14h 49m.

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