How to get from Dekalb to Elgin by bus and train?

From Dekalb to Elgin by bus and train

To get from Dekalb to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: 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. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the 801 bus from Geneva Metra Station station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Dekalb may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

115min$6.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 801
801
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456
    ID 456
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662
    ID 662
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elburn
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #48| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geneva
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geneva Metra Station
    ID 11837
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 801801
    Wait for bus
    801
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
    ID 37480
    50 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dekalb to Elgin by bus and train via GREYHOUND US0155S, BNSF and MD-W

To get from Dekalb to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) station to Naperville (Route 59 Metra Station) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Dekalb may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

207min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)
    ID DKB6
    680 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Naperville (Route 59 Metra Station)
    ID NEM6
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Route 59
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1256| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    68 min
  • 7
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2217| Big Timber
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    72 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Dekalb to Elgin

The distance between Dekalb, Chicago and Elgin, Chicago is approximately 45.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dekalb to Elgin by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Dekalb to Elgin

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Dekalb to Elgin by bus and train via GREYHOUND US0155S, BNSF and MD-W

To get from Dekalb to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the GREYHOUND US0155S bus from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University) station to Naperville (Route 59 Metra Station) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Dekalb may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

207min
Walk to bus station
Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Dekalb (Northern Illinois University)
    ID DKB6
    680 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0155SGREYHOUND US0155S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0155S
    Chicago Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Naperville (Route 59 Metra Station)
    ID NEM6
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Route 59
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1256| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    68 min
  • 7
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2217| Big Timber
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    72 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line UP-W, Bus line 801.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dekalb to Elgin?

    The alternative route takes 207 minutes, using Bus line GREYHOUND US0155S, Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dekalb to Elgin in Chicago?

    The 12 bus line goes from W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 station near Dekalb to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 station near Elgin in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between Dekalb and Elgin in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 55 min.

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

    Get on the 12 bus from the W Locust St at Normal Rd -Wb Stop #456 stop near Dekalb in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra Station - Wb Stop #662 stop, which is closest to Elgin in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Dekalb to Elgin costs $6.00.

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