What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Evanston is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Evanston is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Traverse City and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, Union Station Transit Center and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Evanston?

The distance between Traverse City and Evanston is 252 miles. The road distance is 329.7 miles.

How do I travel from Traverse City to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Evanston without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 30m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Evanston?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Traverse City to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Evanston bus from?

Traverse City to Evanston bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Evanston?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Evanston is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $50 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus via Grand Rapids, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Traverse City to Evanston bus arrive?

Traverse City to Evanston bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Grand Rapids station.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 10:19 AM in Traverse City and 9:19 AM in Evanston.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Evanston is 330 miles. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Traverse City to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1212+ hotels available in Evanston.

Traverse City to Evanston - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly from Traverse City
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TVC - ORD
3h 11m
$54–266
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus It 81
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
10h 30m
$76–165
Bus via Grand Rapids
1. Take the bus from Traverse City to Grand Rapidsbus It 81
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 30m
$79–125
Drive 327.8 mi
1. Drive from Traverse City to Evanstoncar 327.8 mi
5h 40m
$60–87
Drive to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, fly
1. Drive from Traverse City to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL)car
2. Fly from Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MBL - ORD
4h 30m
$106–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus 1484
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
11h 8m
$59–102

Traverse City to Evanston by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 250.9 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City to Paulina & Howard Terminal via Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, Chicago Union Station, Union Station Transit Center, and Michigan & Hubbard in around 10h 30m.

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