How to get from Palatine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Palatine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Palatine to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-NW train from Palatine station to Jefferson Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 85 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Hanson Park station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $9.75.

162min$9.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 85
85
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Palatine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Palatine
    0.9 mi • 19 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #602| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jefferson Park
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Milwaukee & Gale
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central & Armitage (South)
    ID 11550
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hanson Park
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2201| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    57 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Palatine to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Palatine, Elgin and Elgin IL USA, Elgin is approximately 51.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 162 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Palatine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Palatine

Palatine is located at East Northwest Highway, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Arlington Park.

Train stations close to Palatine:

  • Arlington Park
  • Palatine

Public transit stations close to Elgin IL USA, Elgin

Elgin IL USA is located at Elgin IL USA, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Center St & Highland Ave.

Train stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Elgin
  • National St
  • Big Timber

Bus stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Center St & Highland Ave
  • Spring St & Chicago St
  • Villa St & Dupage St

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Palatine to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 162 minutes, using Bus line UP-NW, Bus line 85, Bus line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Palatine and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Palatine to Elgin IL USA?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Palatine station near Palatine in Palatine to #602| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #602| Chicago Otc station near Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Palatine to Elgin IL USA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Palatine in Palatine and Elgin IL USA in Elgin by train and bus is about 2 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Palatine to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Palatine station near Palatine in Palatine.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Palatine and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the #602| Chicago Otc station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Palatine to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Palatine to Elgin IL USA costs $9.75.

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