How to get from Plano to Elgin by train?

From Plano to Elgin by train

To get from Plano to Elgin in Chicago, take the ILLINOIS ZEPHYR train from Plano Amtrak station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min.

202min
Train - ILLINOIS ZEPHYRILLINOIS ZEPHYR
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Plano Amtrak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Plano
  • 2
    Train - ILLINOIS ZEPHYRILLINOIS ZEPHYR
    Wait for train
    ILLINOIS ZEPHYR
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    72 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2215| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plano to Elgin

The distance between Plano, Chicago and Elgin, Chicago is approximately 88.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 202 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plano to Elgin by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Elgin, Chicago

Elgin is located at Elgin, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Elgin Terminal.

Train stations close to Elgin:

  • Elgin
  • National St
  • Big Timber

Bus stations close to Elgin:

  • Elgin Terminal
  • Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
  • Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Plano to Elgin?

    The fastest way takes 202 minutes, using Bus line ILLINOIS ZEPHYR, Bus line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Plano and Elgin in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from Plano to Elgin in Chicago?

    The ILLINOIS ZEPHYR train line goes from Chicago station near Plano to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Union Station station near Elgin in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Plano to Elgin in Chicago by train?

    The total travel time between Plano and Elgin in Chicago by train is about 3 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Plano to get to Elgin in Chicago?

    Get on the ILLINOIS ZEPHYR train from the Chicago station near Plano in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Plano and Elgin in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station station, which is closest to Elgin in Chicago.

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