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

From Racine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Racine to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 126 bus from Jackson & Racine (East) station to Jackson & Clinton (East) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 40 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

100min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 126
126
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Jackson & Racine (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Racine (East)
    ID 59
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Racine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7 and MD-W

To get from Racine to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 7 bus from Harrison/Racine station to Jackson & Clinton (East) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

112min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 7
7
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Harrison/Racine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harrison/Racine
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 7
    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 Racine to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Racine, Elgin and Elgin IL USA, Elgin is approximately 38.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 100 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Racine 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 Racine

Racine is located at Racine, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Jackson & Racine (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Racine:

  • Uic-Halsted
  • Illinois Medical District
  • Morgan-Lake

Bus stations close to Racine:

  • Jackson & Racine (East)
  • Van Buren & Loomis (West)
  • Van Buren & Racine (West)

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 Grove Ave & Prairie St.

Train stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Elgin
  • National St
  • Big Timber

Bus stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Grove Ave & Prairie St
  • Center St & Division St
  • Douglas Ave & Symphony Way

Related Routes

Alternative route from Racine to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 7 and MD-W

To get from Racine to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 7 bus from Harrison/Racine station to Jackson & Clinton (East) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

112min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 7
7
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Harrison/Racine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harrison/Racine
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 100 minutes, using Bus line 126, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Racine to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 7, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Racine and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Racine to Elgin IL USA?

    The 126 bus line goes from Jackson & Racine (East) station near Racine in Chicago to Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station near Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

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

    The total travel time between Racine in Chicago and Elgin IL USA in Elgin by bus and train is about 1 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Racine to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 126 bus from the Jackson & Racine (East) stop near Racine in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Racine and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

  • When is the last train from Racine to Elgin IL USA?

    The last train from Racine in Chicago to Elgin IL USA in Elgin is the Milwaukee West line. It leaves the Chicago Union Station station at 5:10 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Racine to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Racine to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.

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