What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Evanston is to bus and line 147 bus which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Evanston is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Evanston. However, there are services departing from South Bend, IN and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Jefferson & Harrison and Washington & Wabash. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Evanston. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Main via LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from South Bend to Evanston?

The distance between South Bend and Evanston is 112 miles. The road distance is 103.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Bend to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from South Bend to Evanston without a car is to bus and line 147 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs $19 - $29.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Evanston?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from South Bend to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Evanston bus from?

South Bend to Evanston bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Evanston train from?

South Bend to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from South Bend Station.

Where does the South Bend to Evanston bus arrive?

South Bend to Evanston bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 1:48 AM in South Bend and 12:48 AM in Evanston.

Where does the South Bend to Evanston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Evanston is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from South Bend to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Evanston.

South Bend to Evanston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 147 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from South Bend to Evanston by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, subway, car, plane, or bus

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Bus, line 147 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicagobus Columbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington & Wabash to Paulina & Howard Terminalbus 147
2h 54m
$20–28
Drive 102.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Evanstoncar 102.6 mi
2h 6m
$19–28
Train, subway
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Mainsubway Purple Line
3h
$23–53
Fly, train
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SBN - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Clybourntrain
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Evanstontrain
2h 58m
$47–247
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Mainsubway Purple Line
3h
$23–35

South Bend to Evanston by bus

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from South Bend, IN to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Chicago, Jefferson & Harrison, Washington & State, and Washington & Wabash in around 2h 54m.

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