How to get from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L' and bus?

Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station - Bus Schedule

The 603 bus from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station runs from 5:45 AM to 7:45 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines: take the 603 bus from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D station to Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the RED LINE Chicago 'L' from Lake (Red) station to Cermak-Chinatown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from Elgin may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Cermak Chinatown Station on the Moovit app.

97min$2.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 603
603
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
Leaves from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
    ID 37479
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D
    ID 37721
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lake (Red)
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Chicago 'L' - RED LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    RED LINE
    95th
  • 9
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station Cermak-Chinatown
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Cermak-Chinatown
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station

The distance between Elgin, Chicago and Cermak Chinatown Station, Chicago is approximately 42.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station?

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 603, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Chicago 'L' line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 Chicago 'L' lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    The 603 bus line goes from Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D station near Elgin to Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station. From there you’ll have to take 2 Chicago 'L' lines till Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station near Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between Elgin and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 1 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Elgin to get to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    Get on the 603 bus from the Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D stop near Elgin in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Elgin and Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station, which is closest to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago.

  • When is the last train from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago?

    The last train from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station in Chicago is the Milwaukee West line. It leaves the Elgin station at 4:28 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station?

    The ride from Elgin to Cermak Chinatown Station costs $2.00.

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