How do we get around?

Always by foot.

Come on... Do you really believe that?

Maybe the first question we should answer is "Where exactly is Evanston?" It's a small town north of Chicago, and it takes you around 30 minutes to drive from downtown Chicago to Evanston. But for those who are not so lucky to have a car, public transportation will get you there!

• CTA- the eL

A widely used method of transportation, the CTA runs about every 10 minutes.

The line that runs through Evanston is the "Purple Line." During rush hour periods during the week, the "purple express," takes around 45 minutes to get downtown. When there's no purple express, you can take a nap on the train thanks to the 75 minute ride.

How much: $2 each ride, per trip.

• Metra

This train is also popular for students, but it mostly runs on an hourly schedule.

The line that runs through Evanston is the "Union Pacific North Line." Good News! It takes you downtown in around 35 minutes.

How much?

From the Davis St. station to downtown Chicago- $3.2o.
Good News again! After presenting your student ID, the fare is reduced to $1.50!

• Inter-campus Shuttle Bus

Thanks to Northwestern University, it's one of the many student privileges. The Inter-campus shuttle runs in a continuous loop from Chicago (Northwestern's Chicago Campus, near Water Tower area) to Evanston Monday-Friday, 8am -10pm. Around 45 minutes, and walla~ you're there!

How much: By presenting your student ID it's free!