How to get from Chicago to Elgin by bus and train?
From Chicago to Elgin by bus and train
To get from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago, take the 49 bus from Western & Madison (North) station to Western & Hubbard (North) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $6.00.
Step by Step
- 1Start from bus stationChicago
- 2Wait for bus49Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
- 3Ride to bus stationWestern & Hubbard (North)ID 83844 min
- 4Walk to train stationWestern Ave130 yd • 2 min
- 5Wait for trainMD-W#2209| Big Timber
- 6Ride to train stationElgin66 min
- 7Walk toElgin30 yd • 1 min
From Chicago to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus
To get from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (North) station to Western Blue Line Station (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $2.25.
Step by Step
- 1Start from bus stationChicago
- 2Wait for busX49Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
- 3Ride to bus stationWestern Blue Line Station (North)ID 1791414 min
- 4Walk to Chicago 'L' stationWestern (Blue - O'Hare Branch)20 yd • 1 min
- 5Wait for Chicago 'L'BLUE LINEO'Hare
- 6Ride to Chicago 'L' stationRosemont26 min
- 7Walk to bus stationRosemont Cta StationID 8944110 yd • 2 min
- 8Wait for bus603Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
- 9Ride to bus stationElgin Transportation Center Bay 4ID 3747937 min
- 10Walk toElgin50 yd • 1 min
Public transit directions from Chicago to Elgin
Public transit stations close to Chicago
Chicago is located at Chicago, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Madison & Western (East).
Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago:
- Western (Blue - Forest Park Branch)
- California-Green
- Illinois Medical District
Train stations close to Chicago:
- Western Ave
Bus stations close to Chicago:
- Madison & Western (East)
- Madison & Western (West)
- Western & Madison (South)
Public transit stations close to Elgin, Chicago
Elgin is located at Elgin, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Douglas Ave & Highland Ave.
Train stations close to Elgin:
- National St
- Elgin
- Big Timber
Bus stations close to Elgin:
- Douglas Ave & Highland Ave
- Highland Ave & Grove Ave
- Elgin Terminal
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From Chicago to Elgin by Chicago 'L' and bus
To get from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the X49 bus from Western & Madison (North) station to Western Blue Line Station (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The ride fare is $2.25.
Step by Step
- 1Start from bus stationChicago
- 2Wait for busX49Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
- 3Ride to bus stationWestern Blue Line Station (North)ID 1791414 min
- 4Walk to Chicago 'L' stationWestern (Blue - O'Hare Branch)20 yd • 1 min
- 5Wait for Chicago 'L'BLUE LINEO'Hare
- 6Ride to Chicago 'L' stationRosemont26 min
- 7Walk to bus stationRosemont Cta StationID 8944110 yd • 2 min
- 8Wait for bus603Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
- 9Ride to bus stationElgin Transportation Center Bay 4ID 3747937 min
- 10Walk toElgin50 yd • 1 min
Questions & Answers
What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Elgin?
The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line MD-W.
What is the alternative route to get from Chicago to Elgin?
The alternative route takes 86 minutes, using Bus line X49, Bus line BLUE LINE, Bus line 603.
Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Elgin in Chicago?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.
Which bus line goes from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago?
The 49 bus line goes from Western & Berwyn Terminal (East) station near Chicago to Western & Hubbard (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Western & Hubbard (North) station near Elgin in Chicago
How long does it take to travel from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago by bus and train?
The total travel time between Chicago and Elgin in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Chicago to get to Elgin in Chicago?
Get on the 49 bus from the Western & Berwyn Terminal (East) stop near Chicago in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Chicago and Elgin in Chicago?
Get off the bus at the Western & Hubbard (North) station, which is closest to Elgin in Chicago.
When is the first train from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago?
The first train from Chicago to Elgin in Chicago is Milwaukee West. It leaves the Western Ave station at 7:49 PM.
How much is the bus fare from Chicago to Elgin?
The ride from Chicago to Elgin costs $6.00.