How to get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove by bus?

From Evanston to Buffalo Grove by bus

To get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, take the 208 bus from Emerson St & Dodge Ave station to Golf Mill Station station. Next, take the 272 bus from Golf Mill Station station to Buffalo Grove Metra station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

94min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 208
208
Bus - 272
272
Leaves from Emerson St & Dodge Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Emerson St & Dodge Ave
    ID 37336
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golf Mill Station
    ID 17945
    36 min
  • 4
    Bus - 272272
    Wait for bus
    272
    Buffalo Grove Metra
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Buffalo Grove Metra
    Ride to bus station
    Buffalo Grove Metra
    ID 1584
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Evanston to Buffalo Grove by bus via 206, PULSE DEMPSTER LINE and 626

To get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Dodge & Dempster (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PULSE DEMPSTER LINE bus and finally take the 626 bus from Dempster St & Leclaire Ave station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

90min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge & Dempster (South)
    ID 18015
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster St & Dodge Ave
    ID 21512
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINEPULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Wait for bus
    PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 9
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dempster - Skokie Cta Station
    ID 37591
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster St & Leclaire Ave
    ID 1418
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 626626
    Wait for bus
    626
    Tower Pkwy & 4 Overlook Point
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr
    ID 1480
    58 min
  • 10
    Walk to Buffalo Grove
    Walk to
    Buffalo Grove
    740 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to Buffalo Grove

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and Buffalo Grove, Chicago is approximately 19.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to Buffalo Grove by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Evanston to Buffalo Grove

To check the bus schedule from Evanston to Buffalo Grove using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Evanston) and destination (Buffalo Grove), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Evanston to Buffalo Grove by bus via 206, PULSE DEMPSTER LINE and 626

To get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Dodge & Dempster (South) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PULSE DEMPSTER LINE bus and finally take the 626 bus from Dempster St & Leclaire Ave station to Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $2.55. The bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Buffalo Grove on the Moovit app.

90min$2.55
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
Bus - 626
626
Walk to Buffalo Grove
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge & Dempster (South)
    ID 18015
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster St & Dodge Ave
    ID 21512
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINEPULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Wait for bus
    PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 9
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dempster - Skokie Cta Station
    ID 37591
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dempster St & Leclaire Ave
    ID 1418
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 626626
    Wait for bus
    626
    Tower Pkwy & 4 Overlook Point
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Busch Pkwy & Corporate Grove Dr
    ID 1480
    58 min
  • 10
    Walk to Buffalo Grove
    Walk to
    Buffalo Grove
    740 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 208, Bus line 272.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Evanston to Buffalo Grove?

    The alternative route takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 206, Bus line PULSE DEMPSTER LINE, Bus line 626.

  • Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Evanston to Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    The 208 bus line goes from Emerson St & Dodge Ave station near Evanston to Northwest Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Northwest Transportation Center station near Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Evanston to Buffalo Grove in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Evanston and Buffalo Grove in Chicago by bus is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Evanston to get to Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    Get on the 208 bus from the Emerson St & Dodge Ave stop near Evanston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Evanston and Buffalo Grove in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Northwest Transportation Center stop, which is closest to Buffalo Grove in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Evanston to Buffalo Grove?

    The ride from Evanston to Buffalo Grove costs $2.30.

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