How to get from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston by bus and train?

From Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston by bus and train

To get from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Waukegan 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 54 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and train schedule from Waukegan Metra Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

54min$5.75
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 213
213
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Waukegan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    33 N Spring St
  • 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.)
    41 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
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Public transit directions from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston

The distance between Waukegan Metra Station, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 25.04 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waukegan Metra Station 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 Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston

To check the bus and train schedule from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Waukegan Metra Station) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Bus line 213.

  • Is there a direct train between Waukegan Metra Station and Evanston?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston?

    The UP-N train line goes from Evanston (Davis St.) station near Waukegan Metra Station in Waukegan to Davis St & Maple Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Davis St & Maple Ave station near Evanston in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Waukegan Metra Station in Waukegan and Evanston in Chicago by train and bus is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Waukegan Metra Station to get to Evanston?

    Get on the UP-N train from the Evanston (Davis St.) station near Waukegan Metra Station in Waukegan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Waukegan Metra Station and Evanston?

    Get off the train at the Davis St & Maple Ave stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston?

    The last train from Waukegan Metra Station in Waukegan to Evanston in Chicago is the Union Pacific North line. It leaves the Waukegan station at 5:30 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston?

    The ride from Waukegan Metra Station to Evanston costs $5.75.

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