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.

81min$6.00
Bus - 49
49
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Western & Madison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (North)
    ID 8384
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    66 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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.

86min$2.25
Bus - X49
X49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Western & Madison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Blue Line Station (North)
    ID 17914
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago to Elgin

The distance between Chicago, Chicago and Elgin, Chicago is approximately 34.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago to Elgin 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 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

Related Routes

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.

86min$2.25
Bus - X49
X49
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Western & Madison (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Chicago
  • 2
    Bus - X49X49
    Wait for bus
    X49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western Blue Line Station (North)
    ID 17914
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Western (Blue - O'Hare Branch)
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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.

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