How to get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 157 bus from Jefferson & Harrison (North) station to Canal & Madison (North) station. Next, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

53min$6.00
Bus - 157
157
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Jefferson & Harrison (North)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Jefferson & Harrison (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Canal & Madison (North)
    ID 5027
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    0.5 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 125 and UP-N

To get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 125 bus from Jefferson & Harrison (North) station to Canal & Madison (North) station. Next, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

54min$6.00
Bus - 125
125
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Jefferson & Harrison (North)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Jefferson & Harrison (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Chestnut & Mies Van Der Rohe (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Canal & Madison (North)
    ID 5027
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    0.5 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University
The distance between Jefferson & Harrison (North), Evanston and Northwestern University, Evanston is approximately 13.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Evanston – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Jefferson & Harrison (North)

Jefferson & Harrison (North) is located at Jefferson & Harrison (North), Evanston and the nearest public transit station is Jefferson & Polk (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Jefferson & Harrison (North):

  • Clinton-Blue
  • Uic-Halsted
  • Quincy

Train stations close to Jefferson & Harrison (North):

  • Chicago Union Station

Bus stations close to Jefferson & Harrison (North):

  • Jefferson & Polk (North)
  • Clinton & Polk (South)
  • Van Buren & Jefferson (West)
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:

  • Dempster
  • Foster
  • Davis

Train stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)

Bus stations close to Northwestern University:

  • Davis St & Benson Ave
  • Church & Sherman (East)
  • Chicago & Sheridan (South)
Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 125 and UP-N

To get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University in Evanston, take the 125 bus from Jefferson & Harrison (North) station to Canal & Madison (North) station. Next, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Evanston (Davis St.) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

54min$6.00
Bus - 125
125
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to Northwestern University
Leaves from Jefferson & Harrison (North)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Jefferson & Harrison (North)
  • 2
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Chestnut & Mies Van Der Rohe (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Canal & Madison (North)
    ID 5027
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northwestern University
    Walk to
    Northwestern University
    Judson Avenue
    0.5 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 157, Bus line UP-N.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University?

    The alternative route takes 54 minutes, using Bus line 125, Bus line UP-N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Jefferson & Harrison (North) and Northwestern University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University?

    The 157 bus line goes from Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East) station near Jefferson & Harrison (North) in Chicago to Canal & Madison (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Canal & Madison (North) station near Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Jefferson & Harrison (North) in Chicago and Northwestern University in Evanston by bus and train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Jefferson & Harrison (North) to get to Northwestern University?

    Get on the 157 bus from the Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East) stop near Jefferson & Harrison (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Jefferson & Harrison (North) and Northwestern University?

    Get off the bus at the Canal & Madison (North) station, which is closest to Northwestern University in Evanston.

  • When is the last train from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University?

    The last train from Jefferson & Harrison (North) in Chicago to Northwestern University in Evanston is the Union Pacific North line. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 7:35 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University?

    The ride from Jefferson & Harrison (North) to Northwestern University costs $6.00.

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