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

The cheapest way to get from Rockford to Evanston is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockford to Evanston is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Rockford and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockford to Evanston station. However, there are services departing from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal and arriving at Howard CTA Station via Cumberland CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Rockford to Evanston?

The distance between Rockford and Evanston is 94 miles. The road distance is 78.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rockford to Evanston without a car is to bus and line 290 bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Rockford to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockford to Evanston bus from?

Rockford to Evanston bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal station.

Where does the Rockford to Evanston bus arrive?

Rockford to Evanston bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures station.

Can I drive from Rockford to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockford to Evanston is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Rockford to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1073+ hotels available in Evanston.

Rockford 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 Rockford to Evanston by bus, car, taxi, subway, or train

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Bus, line 290 bus
best
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Cumberland CTA Station to Howard CTA Stationbus 290
2h 44m
$41–64
Drive 78.5 mi
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1. Drive from Rockford to Evanstoncar 78.5 mi
1h 32m
$15–21
Taxi, bus, subway, train
1. Take the taxi from Rockford to 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminaltaxi
2. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus
3. Take the subway from O'Hare to Irving Park-Bluesubway
4. Take the train from Irving Park to Clybourntrain
5. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain
3h 6m
$43–65

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Rockford, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Rockford to Howard CTA Station via 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Cumberland, and Cumberland CTA Station in around 2h 44m.

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