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

By Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 125 bus from Michigan & Superior station to Wells & Merchandise Mart (South) station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple) station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

65min$2.25
Bus - 125
125
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Michigan & Superior

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Magnificent Mile
  • 2
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wells & Merchandise Mart (South)
    ID 4628
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Merchandise Mart (Brown/Purple)
    10 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
    41 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    750 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By Chicago 'L'

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Chicago-Red station to Belmont station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Belmont station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

58min$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
    400 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
    Belmont
    11 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
    25 min
  • 6
    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 13.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L' and bus, 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 Michigan & Superior.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Magnificent Mile:

  • Clark/Division
  • Grand-Red
  • Chicago (Brown/Purple)

Bus stations close to Magnificent Mile:

  • Michigan & Superior
  • Michigan Ave & Superior St
  • Michigan & Chicago (North)

Public transit stations close to Northwestern University, Evanston

Northwestern University is located at Judson Avenue, Evanston and the nearest public transit station is Davis St & Benson Ave.

Chicago 'L' stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Foster
  • Dempster
  • Noyes

Train stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Northwestern University:

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

Related Routes

By Chicago 'L'

To get from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Chicago-Red station to Belmont station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Belmont station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

58min$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
    400 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
    Belmont
    11 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
    25 min
  • 6
    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 65 minutes, using Bus line 125, Bus line PURPLE LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line RED LINE, Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Magnificent Mile and Northwestern University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The 125 bus line goes from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) station near Magnificent Mile in Chicago to Wells & Merchandise Mart (South) station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Wells & Merchandise Mart (South) station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

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

    The total travel time between Magnificent Mile in Chicago and Northwestern University in Evanston by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Magnificent Mile to get to Northwestern University?

    Get on the 125 bus from the Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) stop near Magnificent Mile in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Wells & Merchandise Mart (South) station, which is closest to Northwestern University in Evanston.

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

    The last bus from Magnificent Mile in Chicago to Northwestern University in Evanston is the Clark line. It leaves the Dearborn & Chicago (North) stop at 9:16 PM.

  • When is the last Chicago 'L' from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The last Chicago 'L' from Magnificent Mile in Chicago to Northwestern University in Evanston is the Red Line line. It leaves the Chicago-Red station at 9:33 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University?

    The ride from Magnificent Mile to Northwestern University costs $2.25.

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