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

From Evanston to Woodstock by bus and train

To get from Evanston to Woodstock in Chicago, take the 208 bus from Emerson St & Dodge Ave station to Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Cumberland station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

142min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 208
208
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Emerson St & Dodge Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Emerson St & Dodge Ave
    ID 37336
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy)
    ID 20490
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cumberland
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 6
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Evanston to Woodstock by bus and train via 93, 92 and UP-NW

To get from Evanston to Woodstock in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 93 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Foster & Kedzie (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 92 bus and finally take the UP-NW train from Jefferson Park station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

142min$6.00
Bus - 93
93
Bus - 92
92
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Evanston
  • 2
    Bus - 9393
    Wait for bus
    93
    Lawrence & Christiana (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foster & Kedzie (West)
    ID 4818
    29 min
  • 4
    Bus - 9292
    Wait for bus
    92
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jefferson Park
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 8
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Evanston to Woodstock

The distance between Evanston, Chicago and Woodstock, Chicago is approximately 48.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 142 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Evanston to Woodstock by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Evanston

Evanston is located at Evanston, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Dodge & Emerson (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Evanston:

  • Davis
  • Foster
  • Noyes

Train stations close to Evanston:

  • Evanston (Davis St.)
  • Central St.

Bus stations close to Evanston:

  • Dodge & Emerson (South)
  • Dodge & Emerson (North)
  • Emerson St & Dodge Ave

Public transit stations close to Woodstock, Chicago

Woodstock is located at Woodstock, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Madison/Hutchins.

Train stations close to Woodstock:

  • Woodstock

Bus stations close to Woodstock:

  • Madison/Hutchins
  • Madison/Church
  • Church/Madison

Related Routes

Alternative route from Evanston to Woodstock by bus and train via 93, 92 and UP-NW

To get from Evanston to Woodstock in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 93 bus from Dodge & Emerson (South) station to Foster & Kedzie (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 92 bus and finally take the UP-NW train from Jefferson Park station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

142min$6.00
Bus - 93
93
Bus - 92
92
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Dodge & Emerson (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Evanston
  • 2
    Bus - 9393
    Wait for bus
    93
    Lawrence & Christiana (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Foster & Kedzie (West)
    ID 4818
    29 min
  • 4
    Bus - 9292
    Wait for bus
    92
    Jefferson Park Transit Center (Sw)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson Park Transit Center North Drop Off
    ID 17037
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Jefferson Park
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 8
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    73 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 142 minutes, using Bus line 208, Bus line UP-NW.

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

    The alternative route takes 142 minutes, using Bus line 93, Bus line 92, Bus line UP-NW.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 22 min.

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

    The 208 bus line goes from Emerson St & Dodge Ave station near Evanston to Northwest Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Northwest Transportation Center station near Woodstock in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Evanston and Woodstock in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 22 min.

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

    Get on the 208 bus from the Emerson St & Dodge Ave stop near Evanston in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Northwest Transportation Center station, which is closest to Woodstock in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Evanston to Woodstock costs $5.75.