How to get from Lake Forest to Evanston by bus and train?

From Lake Forest to Evanston by bus and train

To get from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Lake Forest. station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. Next, take the 213 bus from Davis St & Maple Ave station to Dodge Ave & Lyons St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and train schedule from Lake Forest may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

40min$5.75
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 213
213
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Lake Forest.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lake Forest
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis St & Maple Ave
    ID 404
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 213213
    Wait for bus
    213
    Oak St & Green Bay Rd/Linden St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge Ave & Lyons St
    ID 37370
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lake Forest to Evanston by bus and train via UP-N and 93

To get from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Lake Forest. station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. Next, take the 93 bus from Davis & Maple (West) station to Dodge & Emerson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Lake Forest may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

56min$6.00
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 93
93
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Lake Forest.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lake Forest
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis & Maple (West)
    ID 12686
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9393
    Wait for bus
    93
    Logan Square Blue Line Station (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lake Forest to Evanston

The distance between Lake Forest, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 17.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest to Evanston

To check the bus and train schedule from Lake Forest to Evanston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lake Forest) 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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Alternative route from Lake Forest to Evanston by bus and train via UP-N and 93

To get from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Lake Forest. station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. Next, take the 93 bus from Davis & Maple (West) station to Dodge & Emerson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Lake Forest may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

56min$6.00
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 93
93
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Lake Forest.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lake Forest
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis & Maple (West)
    ID 12686
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 9393
    Wait for bus
    93
    Logan Square Blue Line Station (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lake Forest to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Bus line 213.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lake Forest to Evanston?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Bus line 93.

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

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

  • Which train line goes from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from #318| Chicago Otc station near Lake Forest to Evanston (Davis St.) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Evanston (Davis St.) station near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Lake Forest and Evanston in Chicago by train and bus is about 40 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the #318| Chicago Otc station near Lake Forest in Chicago.

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

    Get off the train at the Evanston (Davis St.) stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago?

    The first train from Lake Forest to Evanston in Chicago is Union Pacific North. It leaves the Lake Forest. station at 11:19 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Lake Forest to Evanston?

    The ride from Lake Forest to Evanston costs $5.75.

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