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

From Cortland to Evanston by bus and train

To get from Cortland to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 12 bus from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $15.00.

220min$15.00
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cortland
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #42| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    85 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #327| Waukegan
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    1.08 mi • 23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Cortland to Evanston

The distance between Cortland, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 71.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cortland to Evanston 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, Chicago

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

Chicago 'L' stations close to Evanston:

  • Foster
  • Noyes
  • Davis

Train stations close to Evanston:

  • Central St.
  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Evanston:

  • Emerson & Dewey (East)
  • Emerson & Dewey (West)
  • Church St & Brown Ave

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line UP-W, Bus line UP-N.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

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

    The 12 bus line goes from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Cortland to Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station near Evanston in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Cortland and Evanston in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 40 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop stop near Cortland in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Cortland to Evanston costs $15.00.

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