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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Evanston | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Evanston | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Evanston | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Evanston | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Evanston | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Evanston
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87534 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $314
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Evanston by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Evanston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Evanston start from $314. The average price for this route is around $321. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Evanston?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Evanston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1935 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Evanston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Evanston?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Evanston at 11:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Evanston?
A bus trip from Chicago to Evanston generates an estimated 48.37315 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Evanston was searched and found on Apr 16, 2026 with a price of $304To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Evanston, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $304 to $309 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Evanston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $304 which is on 2026-04-16.
