How to get from Chicago Union Station to Elburn by train?

From Chicago Union Station to Elburn by train

Take one direct train from Chicago Union Station to Elburn in Elburn: take the UP-W train from Chicago Otc station to Elburn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $6.75.

96min$6.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-WUP-W
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #25| Elburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station Elburn
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    88 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Chicago Union Station to Elburn by bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Elburn in Elburn, take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Chicago Bus Station station to Dekalb (Holmes Student Center) station. Next, take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min.

150min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 1212
Walk to Elburn
Leaves from Chicago Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    680 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Des Moines
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dekalb (Holmes Student Center)
    ID DKB6
    95 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elburn
    Walk to
    Elburn
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Union Station to Elburn

The distance between Chicago Union Station, Elburn and Elburn, Elburn is approximately 43.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Union Station to Elburn by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elburn – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago Union Station

Chicago Union Station is located at Chicago Union Station, Elburn and the nearest public transit station is Clinton & Quincy (South).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Clinton-Blue
  • Quincy
  • Washington/Wells

Train stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Chicago Otc
  • Lasalle Street

Bus stations close to Chicago Union Station:

  • Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • Jackson & Clinton (East)
  • Union Station (Jackson/Clinton)

Public transit stations close to Elburn, Elburn

Elburn is located at Elburn, Elburn and the nearest public transit station is Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662.

Train stations close to Elburn:

  • Elburn
  • La Fox

Bus stations close to Elburn:

  • Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662

Related Routes

From Chicago Union Station to Elburn by bus

To get from Chicago Union Station to Elburn in Elburn, take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Chicago Bus Station station to Dekalb (Holmes Student Center) station. Next, take the 12 bus from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min.

150min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Bus - 1212
Walk to Elburn
Leaves from Chicago Bus Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chicago Bus Station
    ID CHD6
    680 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Des Moines
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dekalb (Holmes Student Center)
    ID DKB6
    95 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elburn
    Walk to
    Elburn
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Elburn?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Train line UP-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Union Station to Elburn?

    The alternative route takes 150 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0155S, Bus line 12.

  • Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Elburn?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Elburn in Elburn in 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chicago Union Station to Elburn?

    The UP-W train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago to #25| Elburn station near Elburn in Elburn.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chicago Union Station to Elburn by train?

    The total travel time between Chicago Union Station in Chicago and Elburn in Elburn by train is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chicago Union Station to get to Elburn?

    Get on the UP-W train from the Chicago Otc station near Chicago Union Station in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chicago Union Station and Elburn?

    Get off the train at the #25| Elburn station, which is closest to Elburn in Elburn.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Union Station to Elburn?

    The first train from Chicago Union Station in Chicago to Elburn in Elburn is Union Pacific West. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 11:45 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Chicago Union Station to Elburn?

    The ride from Chicago Union Station to Elburn costs $6.75.

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