How to get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L'?

By Chicago 'L'

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Chicago-Red station to Howard station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

63min$2.50
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Chicago-Red

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Chicago-Red
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    Howard
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    33 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    750 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 22 bus from Dearborn & Chicago (North) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

97min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 22
22
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Dearborn & Chicago (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dearborn & Chicago (North)
    ID 1893
    580 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    50 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
    Davis
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    750 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University

The distance between Magnificent Mile, Evanston and Northwestern University, Evanston is approximately 12.44 mi, which can typically be travelled in 63 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L', so no matter how you choose to travel in Evanston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Magnificent Mile

Magnificent Mile is located at Magnificent Mile, Evanston and the nearest public transit station is Chicago & Michigan (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Magnificent Mile:

  • Chicago-Red
  • Grand-Red
  • Clark/Division

Bus stations close to Magnificent Mile:

  • Chicago & Michigan (East)
  • Chicago & Michigan (West)
  • Michigan & Huron (North)

Public transit stations close to Northwestern University, Evanston

Northwestern University is located at Judson Avenue, Evanston and the nearest public transit station is Evanston (Davis St.).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Davis
  • Dempster
  • Foster

Train stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Davis St & Benson Ave
  • Chicago Avenue & Lake
  • Chicago Ave & Lake St

Related Routes

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 22 bus from Dearborn & Chicago (North) station to Paulina & Howard Terminal station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Howard station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

97min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 22
22
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Dearborn & Chicago (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dearborn & Chicago (North)
    ID 1893
    580 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Paulina & Howard Terminal
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Howard
    50 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
    Davis
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    750 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The fastest way takes 63 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE, Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 22, Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Magnificent Mile and Northwestern University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 3 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The RED LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Chicago-Red station near Magnificent Mile in Chicago to Howard station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Northwestern University station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Magnificent Mile in Chicago and Northwestern University in Evanston by Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Magnificent Mile to get to Northwestern University?

    Get on the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from the Chicago-Red station near Magnificent Mile in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Magnificent Mile and Northwestern University?

    Get off the Chicago 'L' at the Northwestern University station, which is closest to Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • When is the first bus from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The first bus from Magnificent Mile in Chicago to Northwestern University in Evanston is Clark. It leaves the Dearborn & Chicago (North) stop at 6:20 PM.

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The ride from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University costs $2.50.

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