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How to get from South Elgin to Darien by bus and train?

From South Elgin to Darien by bus and train

To get from South Elgin to Darien in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 801 bus from Randall Rd & Pamela Dr station to Geneva Metra Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 802 bus and finally take the BNSF train from Aurora station to Westmont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The ride fare is $6.05.

174min$6.05
Bus - 801
801
Bus - 802
802
Train - BNSFBNSF
Walk to Darien
Leaves from Randall Rd & Pamela Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    South Elgin
  • 2
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    Geneva Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Geneva Metra Station
    ID 11837
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra (3rd St & Crescent Pl)
    ID 11730
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 802802
    Wait for bus
    802
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Aurora Transportation Center Bay E
    ID 37409
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Aurora
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1254| Chicago Union Station
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Westmont
    28 min
  • 10
    Walk to Darien
    Walk to
    Darien
    2.19 mi • 46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South Elgin to Darien

The distance between South Elgin, Chicago and Darien, Chicago is approximately 41.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 174 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Elgin to Darien by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to South Elgin

South Elgin is located at South Elgin, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Randall Rd & Pamela Dr.

Bus stations close to South Elgin:

  • Randall Rd & Pamela Dr
  • Thornwood Ave & Redington Dr
  • Thornwood Ave & Briargate Dr

Public transit stations close to Darien, Chicago

Darien is located at Darien, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Cass/Hinsbrook/Darien Club.

Train stations close to Darien:

  • Westmont
  • Downers Grove
  • Clarendon Hills

Bus stations close to Darien:

  • Cass/Hinsbrook/Darien Club
  • Cass/69th
  • Cass/Holly

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Elgin to Darien?

    The fastest way takes 174 minutes, using Bus line 801, Bus line 802, Bus line BNSF.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Elgin and Darien in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Elgin to Darien in Chicago?

    The 801 bus line goes from Geneva Metra Station station near South Elgin to Geneva Metra Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Geneva Metra Station station near Darien in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from South Elgin to Darien in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between South Elgin and Darien in Chicago by bus and train is about 2 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Elgin to get to Darien in Chicago?

    Get on the 801 bus from the Geneva Metra Station stop near South Elgin in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Elgin and Darien in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Geneva Metra Station station, which is closest to Darien in Chicago.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from South Elgin to Darien?

    The ride from South Elgin to Darien costs $6.05.

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