How to get from Arlington Heights to Evanston by bus?

From Arlington Heights to Evanston by bus

Take one direct bus from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago: take the 208 bus from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave station to Dodge Ave & Emerson St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Arlington Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

80min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 208
208
Leaves from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave
    ID 20352
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Davis Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Dodge Ave & Emerson St.
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge Ave & Emerson St.
    ID 37331
    77 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arlington Heights to Evanston by bus via 606, 230 and PULSE DEMPSTER LINE

To get from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 606 bus from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr station to Algonquin Rd & Malmo Dr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 230 bus and finally take the PULSE DEMPSTER LINE bus from Des Plaines Metra Station station to Dodge Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The bus schedule from Arlington Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

87min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 606
606
Bus - 230
230
Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
    ID 9416
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 606606
    Wait for bus
    606
    Rosemont Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Malmo Dr
    ID 22942
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 230230
    Wait for bus
    230
    Des Plaines Metra Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Des Plaines Metra Station
    ID 21394
    15 min
  • 6
    Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINEPULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Wait for bus
    PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Davis Cta Station
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge Station
    ID 21490
    32 min
  • 8
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    0.74 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Arlington Heights to Evanston

The distance between Arlington Heights, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 20.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arlington Heights to Evanston by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Arlington Heights to Evanston

To check the bus schedule from Arlington Heights to Evanston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arlington Heights) and destination (Evanston), 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 Arlington Heights to Evanston by bus via 606, 230 and PULSE DEMPSTER LINE

To get from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 606 bus from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr station to Algonquin Rd & Malmo Dr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 230 bus and finally take the PULSE DEMPSTER LINE bus from Des Plaines Metra Station station to Dodge Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The bus schedule from Arlington Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

87min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 606
606
Bus - 230
230
Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Meijer Dr
    ID 9416
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 606606
    Wait for bus
    606
    Rosemont Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Algonquin Rd & Malmo Dr
    ID 22942
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 230230
    Wait for bus
    230
    Des Plaines Metra Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Des Plaines Metra Station
    ID 21394
    15 min
  • 6
    Bus - PULSE DEMPSTER LINEPULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Wait for bus
    PULSE DEMPSTER LINE
    Davis Cta Station
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge Station
    ID 21490
    32 min
  • 8
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    0.74 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Arlington Heights to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 208.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Arlington Heights to Evanston?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 606, Bus line 230, Bus line PULSE DEMPSTER LINE.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago in 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago?

    The 208 bus line goes from Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave station near Arlington Heights to Davis Cta Station station near Evanston in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago by bus?

    The total travel time between Arlington Heights and Evanston in Chicago by bus is about 1 hr 20 min.

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

    Get on the 208 bus from the Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave stop near Arlington Heights in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Davis Cta Station stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the last bus from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago?

    The last bus from Arlington Heights to Evanston in Chicago is the Golf Road line. It leaves the Golf Rd & Fernandez Ave stop at 1:38 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Arlington Heights to Evanston?

    The ride from Arlington Heights to Evanston costs $2.00.

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