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How to get from Des Plaines to Evanston by bus?

From Des Plaines to Evanston by bus

Take one direct bus from Des Plaines to Evanston in Chicago: take the 208 bus from Des Plaines Metra Station station to Dodge Ave & Emerson St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Des Plaines may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Evanston on the Moovit app.

56min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 208
208
Leaves from Des Plaines Metra Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Des Plaines Metra Station
    ID 21394
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Davis Cta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station Dodge Ave & Emerson St.
    Ride to bus station
    Dodge Ave & Emerson St.
    ID 37331
    55 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Des Plaines to Evanston

The distance between Des Plaines, Chicago and Evanston, Chicago is approximately 14.58 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Des Plaines to Evanston by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Des Plaines to Evanston

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Evanston?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Bus line 208.

  • Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Evanston?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Des Plaines in Des Plaines to Evanston in Chicago in 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Des Plaines to Evanston?

    The 208 bus line goes from Des Plaines Metra Station station near Des Plaines in Des Plaines to Dodge Ave & Emerson St. station near Evanston in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Des Plaines to Evanston by bus?

    The total travel time between Des Plaines in Des Plaines and Evanston in Chicago by bus is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Des Plaines to get to Evanston?

    Get on the 208 bus from the Des Plaines Metra Station stop near Des Plaines in Des Plaines.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Des Plaines and Evanston?

    Get off the bus at the Dodge Ave & Emerson St. stop, which is closest to Evanston in Chicago.

  • When is the first bus from Des Plaines to Evanston?

    The first bus from Des Plaines in Des Plaines to Evanston in Chicago is Golf Road. It leaves the Des Plaines Metra Station stop at 11:55 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Des Plaines to Evanston?

    The ride from Des Plaines to Evanston costs $2.00.

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