How to get from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From Chicago Bus Station to Evanston by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 60 bus from Jefferson & Harrison (North) station to Washington & Franklin (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally 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 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago Bus Station may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

69min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 60
60
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 93
93
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Jefferson & Harrison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jefferson & Harrison (North)
    ID 18661
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington & Franklin (East)
    ID 445
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    150 yd • 2 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
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Purple Line Station (South)
    ID 14409
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 9393
    Wait for bus
    93
    Logan Square Blue Line Station (South)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston

The distance between Chicago Bus Station, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 15.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 69 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Bus Station 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 Chicago Bus Station to Evanston

To check the Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago Bus Station) 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 Chicago Bus Station to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 69 minutes, using Bus line 60, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 93.

  • Is there a direct bus between Chicago Bus Station and Evanston in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston in Chicago?

    The 60 bus line goes from Jefferson & Harrison (North) station near Chicago Bus Station to Washington & Franklin (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Washington & Franklin (East) station near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago Bus Station and Evanston in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Chicago Bus Station to get to Evanston in Chicago?

    Get on the 60 bus from the Jefferson & Harrison (North) stop near Chicago Bus Station in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Washington & Franklin (East) stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston in Chicago?

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

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston?

    The ride from Chicago Bus Station to Evanston costs $2.25.

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