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Five ways to Travel from Elgin to Evanston

Composite routes from Elgin to Evanston

Cheapest
18 h 21 min
Car
1942 km.
from $106
Other
2 h 5 min
48 km.
from $5.74
2 h 13 min
48 km.
from $12.83
3 h 3 min
48 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Elgin to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.33–$9.55
Train from Chicago OTC to Evanston
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.80–$6.37

Bus operators

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Email:
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.33
Bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 9 to Dempster
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.70–$1.02
Bus from Chicago St & Spring St to Northwest
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.80–$3.95
Bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Church
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.27–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to bus which costs $3.37 - $4.78 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Dempster St. & Evanston Plaza via Rosemont CTA Station and O'Hare MMF Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Elgin to Evanston?

The distance between Elgin and Evanston is 67 km. The road distance is 59.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Evanston without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $3.37 - $4.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Elgin to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Evanston bus from?

Elgin to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Evanston train from?

Elgin to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Evanston?

The best way to get from Elgin to Evanston is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs $3.37 - $4.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5.98 - $14.13 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Elgin to Evanston bus arrive?

Elgin to Evanston bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.

Where does the Elgin to Evanston train arrive?

Elgin to Evanston train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Evanston is 59 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Elgin to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Evanston. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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