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How to get from Central-Purple to Northwestern University by bus?

From Central-Purple to Northwestern University by bus

Take one direct bus from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston: take the 201 bus from Central Street & Girard (Purple Line) station to Chicago Avenue & Church station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 13 min. The ride fare is $2.25.

13min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 201
201
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Central Street & Girard (Purple Line)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Street & Girard (Purple Line)
    ID 12639
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 201201
    Wait for bus
    201
    Paulina & Howard Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Chicago Avenue & Church
    ID 14403
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Central-Purple to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L'

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

16min$2.50
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Central-Purple

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Central-Purple
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    4 min
  • 4
    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 Central-Purple to Northwestern University

The distance between Central-Purple, Evanston and Northwestern University, Evanston is approximately 1.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central-Purple to Northwestern University by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Evanston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Central-Purple

Central-Purple is located at Central-Purple, Evanston and the nearest public transit station is Central Street & Girard (Purple Line).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Central-Purple:

  • Noyes
  • Foster
  • Linden

Train stations close to Central-Purple:

  • Central St.
  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Central-Purple:

  • Central Street & Girard (Purple Line)
  • Central Street & Girard (Purple Line) (West)
  • Central Street & Ridge

Public transit stations close to Northwestern University, Evanston

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

Chicago 'L' stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Noyes
  • Davis
  • Dempster

Train stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Davis & Orrington
  • Davis St & Orrington Ave
  • Church & Sherman (East)

From Central-Purple to Northwestern University by Chicago 'L'

Take one direct Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston: take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple station to Davis station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is $2.50.

16min$2.50
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Central-Purple

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Central-Purple
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Davis
    4 min
  • 4
    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 Central-Purple to Northwestern University?

    The fastest way takes 13 minutes, using Bus line 201.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central-Purple to Northwestern University?

    The alternative route takes 16 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central-Purple and Northwestern University in Evanston?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston in 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston?

    The 201 bus line goes from Central Street & Girard (Purple Line) station near Central-Purple to Paulina & Howard Terminal (North) station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston by bus?

    The total travel time between Central-Purple and Northwestern University in Evanston by bus is about 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central-Purple to get to Northwestern University in Evanston?

    Get on the 201 bus from the Central Street & Girard (Purple Line) stop near Central-Purple in Evanston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central-Purple and Northwestern University in Evanston?

    Get off the bus at the Paulina & Howard Terminal (North) stop, which is closest to Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • When is the last bus from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston?

    The last bus from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston is the Central/Ridge line. It leaves the Central Street & Girard (Purple Line) stop at 2:47 AM.

  • When is the first Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston?

    The first Chicago 'L' from Central-Purple to Northwestern University in Evanston is Purple Line. It leaves the Central-Purple station at 7:02 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central-Purple to Northwestern University?

    The ride from Central-Purple to Northwestern University costs $2.25.

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