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

From Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Polk to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 7 bus from Polk Pink Line Station (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 53 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

113min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 7
7
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Polk Pink Line Station (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Polk Pink Line Station (East)
    ID 6691
    10 yd • 1 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
    16 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 Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 157 and MD-W

To get from Polk to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 157 bus from Polk Pink Line Station (East) station to Jefferson & Jackson (North) 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 49 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

109min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 157
157
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Polk Pink Line Station (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Polk Pink Line Station (East)
    ID 6691
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    160 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
    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 Polk to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Polk, Elgin and Elgin IL USA, Elgin is approximately 39.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 113 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Polk 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 Polk

Polk is located at Polk, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Polk Pink Line Station (East).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Polk:

  • Racine
  • Illinois Medical District
  • Ashland-Lake

Bus stations close to Polk:

  • Polk Pink Line Station (East)
  • Polk Pink Line Station (West)
  • Polk & Wood (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 Chicago St & Spring St.

Train stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • National St
  • Elgin
  • Big Timber

Bus stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Chicago St & Spring St
  • Douglas Ave & Highland Ave
  • Spring St & Chicago St

Related Routes

Alternative route from Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 157 and MD-W

To get from Polk to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 157 bus from Polk Pink Line Station (East) station to Jefferson & Jackson (North) 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 49 min. The ride fare is $9.00.

109min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 157
157
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Polk Pink Line Station (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Polk Pink Line Station (East)
    ID 6691
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 157157
    Wait for bus
    157
    Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    160 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
    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 Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 113 minutes, using Bus line 7, Train line MD-W.

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

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Bus line 157, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Polk 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 53 min.

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

    The 7 bus line goes from Polk Pink Line Station (East) station near Polk 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 Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Polk in Chicago and Elgin IL USA in Elgin by bus and train is about 1 hr 53 min.

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

    Get on the 7 bus from the Polk Pink Line Station (East) stop near Polk in Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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