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

From Aurora to Evanston by bus and train

To get from Aurora to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the 208 bus from Davis St & Maple Ave station to Emerson St & Dodge Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

136min$12.50
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 208
208
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #319| Waukegan
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis St & Maple Ave
    ID 404
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Emerson St & Dodge Ave
    ID 37336
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Aurora to Evanston by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Aurora to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 208 bus from Davis Cta Station station to Emerson St & Dodge Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $9.55. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

136min$9.55
Train - BNSFBNSF
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 208
208
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Cta Station
    ID 402
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Emerson St & Dodge Ave
    ID 37336
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aurora to Evanston

The distance between Aurora, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 50.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 136 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aurora to Evanston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Aurora to Evanston

To check the bus and train schedule from Aurora to Evanston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aurora) and destination (Evanston), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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From Aurora to Evanston by Chicago 'L', bus and train

To get from Aurora to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 208 bus from Davis Cta Station station to Emerson St & Dodge Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 16 min. The ride fare is $9.55. The bus and train schedule from Aurora may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

136min$9.55
Train - BNSFBNSF
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 208
208
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Aurora

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Aurora
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    40 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Cta Station
    ID 402
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Emerson St & Dodge Ave
    ID 37336
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 136 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line UP-N, Bus line 208.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Aurora to Evanston?

    The alternative route takes 136 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 208.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 16 min.

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

    The BNSF train line goes from #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Aurora to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Chicago Union Station station near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Aurora and Evanston in Chicago by train and bus is about 2 hr 16 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Aurora in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Aurora to Evanston costs $12.50.

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