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

From Evanston to Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Evanston to Loop in Chicago, take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Washington/Wabash station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Loop on the Moovit app.

59min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Loop
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wabash
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Loop
    Walk to
    Loop
    South Dearborn Street
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Evanston to Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 206 and RED LINE

To get from Evanston to Loop in Chicago, take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Monroe-Red station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Loop on the Moovit app.

65min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Loop
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Loop
    Walk to
    Loop
    South Dearborn Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to Loop

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and Loop, Chicago is approximately 15.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to Loop 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 Evanston to Loop

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Evanston to Loop by Chicago 'L' and bus via 206 and RED LINE

To get from Evanston to Loop in Chicago, take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Monroe-Red station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Loop on the Moovit app.

65min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Walk to Loop
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (South)
    ID 15543
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Monroe-Red
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Loop
    Walk to
    Loop
    South Dearborn Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 206, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 206, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Evanston to Loop in Chicago?

    The 206 bus line goes from Dodge & Emerson (South) station near Evanston to Paulina & Howard Terminal (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Paulina & Howard Terminal (North) station near Loop in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Evanston and Loop in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 59 min.

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

    Get on the 206 bus from the Dodge & Emerson (South) stop near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Paulina & Howard Terminal (North) station, which is closest to Loop in Chicago.

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

    The first train from Evanston to Loop in Chicago is Union Pacific North. It leaves the Evanston (Davis St.) station at 10:55 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Evanston to Loop?

    The ride from Evanston to Loop costs $2.25.

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