How to get from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library by Chicago 'L'?

From Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library by Chicago 'L'

To get from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library in Evanston, take the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from Midway station to Washington/Wells station. Next, take the PURPLE LINE Chicago 'L' from Washington/Wells station to Foster station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The Chicago 'L' schedule from Chicago Midway Airport MDW may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' schedule to Northwestern University Library on the Moovit app.

87min$2.50
Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
Walk to Northwestern University Library
Leaves from Midway

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Start from Chicago 'L' station
    Chicago Midway Airport MDW
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - ORANGE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    ORANGE LINE
    Midway
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington/Wells
    29 min
  • 4
    Chicago 'L' - PURPLE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    PURPLE LINE
    Linden
  • 5
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Foster
    39 min
  • 6
    Walk to Northwestern University Library
    Walk to
    Northwestern University Library
    Campus Drive
    0.54 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library

The distance between Chicago Midway Airport MDW, Evanston and Northwestern University Library, Evanston is approximately 24.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library by Chicago 'L', so no matter how you choose to travel in Evanston – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' schedule from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library

To check the Chicago 'L' schedule from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chicago Midway Airport MDW) and destination (Northwestern University Library), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Chicago 'L' routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Chicago 'L', 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' schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line ORANGE LINE, Chicago 'L' line PURPLE LINE.

  • Is there a direct Chicago 'L' between Chicago Midway Airport MDW and Northwestern University Library?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which Chicago 'L' line goes from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library?

    The ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' line goes from Washington/Wells station near Chicago Midway Airport MDW in Chicago to Foster station. From there you’ll have to take one Chicago 'L' line till Foster station near Northwestern University Library in Evanston.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library by Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Chicago Midway Airport MDW in Chicago and Northwestern University Library in Evanston by Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the Chicago 'L' near Chicago Midway Airport MDW to get to Northwestern University Library?

    Get on the ORANGE LINE Chicago 'L' from the Washington/Wells station near Chicago Midway Airport MDW in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the Chicago 'L' when travelling between Chicago Midway Airport MDW and Northwestern University Library?

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

  • How much is the Chicago 'L' fare from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library?

    The ride from Chicago Midway Airport MDW to Northwestern University Library costs $2.50.

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