How to get from Evanston to Wheaton by bus and train?

From Evanston to Wheaton by bus and train

To get from Evanston to Wheaton in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 206 bus from Dodge & Emerson (North) station to Central Street & Green Bay Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train and finally take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Wheaton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min. The ride fare is $12.75. The bus and train schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wheaton on the Moovit app.

119min$12.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 206
206
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Wheaton
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dodge & Emerson (North)
    ID 12697
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 206206
    Wait for bus
    206
    Central Street & Crawford (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Street & Green Bay Rd
    ID 12641
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Central St.
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #316| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    33 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    53 min
  • 9
    Walk to Wheaton
    Walk to
    Wheaton
    80 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Evanston to Wheaton by train

To get from Evanston to Wheaton in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Evanston (Davis St.) station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Wheaton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The bus and train schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wheaton on the Moovit app.

124min$10.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Wheaton
Leaves from Evanston (Davis St.)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    1.08 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #316| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wheaton
    Walk to
    Wheaton
    80 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to Wheaton

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and Wheaton, Chicago is approximately 40.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 119 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to Wheaton 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 Wheaton

To check the bus and train schedule from Evanston to Wheaton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Evanston) and destination (Wheaton), 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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From Evanston to Wheaton by train

To get from Evanston to Wheaton in Chicago, take the UP-N train from Evanston (Davis St.) station to Chicago Otc station. Next, take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Wheaton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 4 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The bus and train schedule from Evanston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Wheaton on the Moovit app.

124min$10.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Walk to Wheaton
Leaves from Evanston (Davis St.)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Evanston (Davis St.)
    1.08 mi • 23 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #316| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wheaton
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to Wheaton
    Walk to
    Wheaton
    80 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Evanston to Wheaton?

    The fastest way takes 119 minutes, using Bus line 206, Train line UP-N, Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Evanston to Wheaton?

    The alternative route takes 124 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Train line UP-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Wheaton in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Evanston to Wheaton in Chicago?

    The 206 bus line goes from Dodge & Emerson (North) station near Evanston to Central Street & Crawford (West) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Central Street & Crawford (West) station near Wheaton in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Evanston and Wheaton in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Evanston to get to Wheaton in Chicago?

    Get on the 206 bus from the Dodge & Emerson (North) stop near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Central Street & Crawford (West) station, which is closest to Wheaton in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Evanston to Wheaton?

    The ride from Evanston to Wheaton costs $12.75.

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