How to get from Evanston to Cortland by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Evanston to Cortland in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Central St. station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station to Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $15.00.

204min$15.00
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Central St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central St.
    1.07 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #354| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to Cortland

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 73.67 mi, which can typically be travelled in 204 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to Cortland by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Evanston

Evanston is located at Evanston, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Dodge & Emerson (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Evanston:

  • Foster
  • Davis
  • Noyes

Train stations close to Evanston:

  • Central St.
  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Evanston:

  • Dodge & Emerson (South)
  • Dodge & Emerson (North)
  • Emerson St & Dodge Ave

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Cortland?

    The fastest way takes 204 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Evanston and Cortland in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Evanston to Cortland in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Central St. station near Evanston to #354| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #354| Chicago Otc station near Cortland in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Evanston to Cortland in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Evanston and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Evanston to get to Cortland in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-N train from the Central St. station near Evanston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Evanston and Cortland in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #354| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Evanston to Cortland?

    The ride from Evanston to Cortland costs $15.00.

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