How to get from Evanston to The Loop CTA by bus and train?

Evanston to The Loop CTA - Bus Schedule

The 208 bus from Evanston to The Loop CTA runs from 5:43 AM to 11:20 PM, with departures every 20-45 min. The trip takes about 53 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Evanston to The Loop CTA by bus and train

To get from Evanston to The Loop CTA in Chicago, take the 208 bus from Dodge Ave & Emerson St. station to Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B station. Next, take the UP-N train from Evanston (Davis St.) station to Chicago Otc station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and train schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to The Loop CTA on the Moovit app.

53min$5.75
Bus - 208
208
Train - UP-NUP-N
Walk to The Loop CTA
Leaves from Dodge Ave & Emerson St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Evanston
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B
    ID 402
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to The Loop CTA
    Walk to
    The Loop CTA
    780 yd • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to The Loop CTA

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and The Loop CTA, Chicago is approximately 13.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to The Loop CTA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Evanston to The Loop CTA

To check the bus and train schedule from Evanston to The Loop CTA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Evanston) and destination (The Loop CTA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to The Loop CTA?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line 208, Train line UP-N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Evanston and The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    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 Evanston to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The 208 bus line goes from Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B station near Evanston to Evanston (Davis St.) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Evanston (Davis St.) station near The Loop CTA in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Evanston to The Loop CTA in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Evanston and The Loop CTA in Chicago by bus and train is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Evanston to get to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    Get on the 208 bus from the Davis Street Transportation Center - Bus Stop B stop near Evanston in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Evanston and The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Evanston (Davis St.) station, which is closest to The Loop CTA in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from Evanston to The Loop CTA in Chicago?

    The first train from Evanston to The Loop CTA in Chicago is Union Pacific North. It leaves the Evanston (Davis St.) station at 11:55 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Evanston to The Loop CTA?

    The ride from Evanston to The Loop CTA costs $5.75.

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