How to get from Willis Tower to Evanston by Chicago 'L' and bus?

Willis Tower to Evanston - Chicago 'L' Schedule

The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Willis Tower to Evanston runs from 5:55 AM to 7:14 PM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 50 min. The trip takes about 57 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Willis Tower to Evanston by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Willis Tower to Evanston in Chicago, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Quincy station to Davis station. Next, take the 93 bus from Davis Purple Line Station (South) station to Dodge & Emerson (South) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Willis Tower may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

57min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 93
93
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Quincy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Quincy
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Purple Line Station (South)
    ID 14409
    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
    9 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 Willis Tower to Evanston

The distance between Willis Tower, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 14.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Willis Tower to Evanston by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Willis Tower to Evanston

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Willis Tower to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 57 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 93.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Willis Tower and Evanston in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 57 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Willis Tower to Evanston in Chicago?

    The PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Quincy station near Willis Tower to Davis station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Davis station near Evanston in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Willis Tower to Evanston in Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus?

    The total travel time between Willis Tower and Evanston in Chicago by Chicago 'L' and bus is about 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Willis Tower to get to Evanston in Chicago?

    Get on the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Quincy station near Willis Tower in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Willis Tower and Evanston in Chicago?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Davis stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Willis Tower to Evanston in Chicago?

    The first train from Willis Tower to Evanston in Chicago is Union Pacific North. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 12:32 AM.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Willis Tower to Evanston?

    The ride from Willis Tower to Evanston costs $2.50.

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