What is the cheapest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston is to line 147 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Shedd Aquarium and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Congress Plaza & Michigan and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Shedd Aquarium and Evanston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Harold Washington Library and arriving at Dempster. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston?

The distance between Shedd Aquarium and Evanston is 14 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

How do I travel from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston without a car is to subway which takes 1h 6m and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston?

The subway from Harold Washington Library to Dempster takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shedd Aquarium to Evanston bus from?

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Congress Plaza & Michigan station.

Where do I catch the Shedd Aquarium to Evanston train from?

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Harold Washington Library station.

Where does the Shedd Aquarium to Evanston bus arrive?

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Paulina & Howard Terminal station.

Where does the Shedd Aquarium to Evanston train arrive?

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston train services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Dempster station.

Can I drive from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Shedd Aquarium to Evanston is 14 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Evanston.

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston - 5 ways to travel via subway, line 147 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shedd Aquarium to Evanston by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Harold Washington Library to Dempstersubway Purple Line
1h 6m
$2–5
Line 147 bus
1. Take the bus from Congress Plaza & Michigan to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
1h 17m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shedd Aquarium to Evanstontaxi 14.2 mi
23 min
$45–55
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Shedd Aquarium to Evanstoncar 14.2 mi
23 min
$3–4
Line 146 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Solidarity Drive & Aquarium to State & Van Burenbus 130 / ...
2. Take the subway from Harold Washington Library to Dempstersubway Purple Line
1h 14m
$4–8

Shedd Aquarium to Evanston by foot, bus, and subway

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Distance: 14.1 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Shedd Aquarium, IL, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a subway from Harold Washington Library to Dempster every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Chicago Transit (CTA) operates a bus from Congress Plaza & Michigan to Paulina & Howard Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 57 min.

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