How to get from United Center to Elgin by bus and train?

From United Center to Elgin by bus and train

To get from United Center to Elgin in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 20 bus from Madison & Hoyne (West) station to Madison & Western (West) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 49 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from United Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin on the Moovit app.

87min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 20
20
Bus - 49
49
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin
Leaves from Madison & Hoyne (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Hoyne (West)
    ID 470
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Madison & Austin Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison & Western (West)
    ID 473
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Madison (North)
    ID 8379
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (North)
    ID 8384
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    66 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin
    Walk to
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from United Center to Elgin

The distance between United Center, Chicago and Elgin, Chicago is approximately 34.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from United Center 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 United Center to Elgin

To check the bus and train schedule from United Center to Elgin using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (United Center) 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from United Center to Elgin?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line 49, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between United Center 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 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from United Center to Elgin in Chicago?

    The 20 bus line goes from Madison & Hoyne (West) station near United Center to Madison & Western (West) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Madison & Western (West) station near Elgin in Chicago.

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

    The total travel time between United Center and Elgin in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the 20 bus from the Madison & Hoyne (West) stop near United Center in Chicago.

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

    Get off the bus at the Madison & Western (West) station, which is closest to Elgin in Chicago.

  • When is the first train from United Center to Elgin in Chicago?

    The first train from United Center to Elgin in Chicago is Milwaukee West. It leaves the Western Ave station at 12:48 AM.

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

    The ride from United Center to Elgin costs $6.00.

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