The cheapest and fastest buses from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
7 h 39 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
It's difficult to get from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, and a train costs an average of €97.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€95 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 AM Evanston, IL | 8h30 | 1:30 PM Ann Arbor, MI | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:36 PM Evanston, IL | 7h39 | 10:15 PM Ann Arbor, MI | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI
Buses from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 21m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Chicago Transit (CTA) from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MIYou can travel by bus between Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI with Chicago Transit (CTA) for as low as $86 (€69). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Evanston, IL to Ann Arbor, MI by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ann Arbor, MI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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