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

From Naperville to Evanston by bus and train

To get from Naperville to Evanston you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Naperville station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the 201 bus from Davis & Benson station to Ridge/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $12.75. The bus and train schedule from Naperville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

114min$12.75
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 201
201
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Naperville

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Naperville
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    43 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 & Benson
    ID 14405
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridge/Lake
    2 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    Ashland Avenue
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Naperville to Evanston you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Naperville station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 250 bus from Davis Cta Station station to Ridge/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $9.55. The bus and train schedule from Naperville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

112min$9.55
Train - BNSFBNSF
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 250
250
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Naperville

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Naperville
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    43 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
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Cta Station
    ID 402
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 250250
    Wait for bus
    250
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 8
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridge/Lake
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    Ashland Avenue
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Naperville to Evanston

The distance between Naperville and Evanston is approximately 41.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Naperville to Evanston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Evanston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Naperville to Evanston

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

To get from Naperville to Evanston you’ll need to take one train line, one Chicago 'L' line and one bus line: take the BNSF train from Naperville station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 250 bus from Davis Cta Station station to Ridge/Lake station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $9.55. The bus and train schedule from Naperville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

112min$9.55
Train - BNSFBNSF
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Bus - 250
250
Walk to Evanston
Leaves from Naperville

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Naperville
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    43 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
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Davis Cta Station
    ID 402
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 250250
    Wait for bus
    250
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 8
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ridge/Lake
    3 min
  • 10
    Walk to Evanston
    Walk to
    Evanston
    Ashland Avenue
    410 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line UP-N, Bus line 201.

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

    The alternative route takes 112 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 250.

  • Is there a direct train between Naperville and Evanston?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which train line goes from Naperville to Evanston?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1246| Chicago Union Station station near Naperville in Naperville 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.

  • How long does it take to travel from Naperville to Evanston by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Naperville and Evanston by train and bus is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Naperville to get to Evanston?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Naperville and Evanston?

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

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

    The ride from Naperville to Evanston costs $12.75.

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