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How to get from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 1 bus from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) station to Jackson & Canal (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 31 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

91min$9.00
Bus - 1
1
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Michigan & 34th Street (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Canal (East)
    ID 67
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    10 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 Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 125 and MD-W

To get from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 125 bus from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) 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 37 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

97min$9.00
Bus - 125
125
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)
  • 2
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Chestnut & Mies Van Der Rohe (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    7 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 Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 37.6 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) 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.

Bus And Train schedule from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)) and destination (Elgin IL USA), 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.

Alternative route from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 125 and MD-W

To get from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 125 bus from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) 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 37 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

97min$9.00
Bus - 125
125
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South)
  • 2
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Chestnut & Mies Van Der Rohe (West)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    7 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 Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Bus line 1, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 125, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) 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 31 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA?

    The 1 bus line goes from Michigan & 34th Street (South) station near Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) in Chicago to Jackson & Canal (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jackson & Canal (East) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 1 bus from the Michigan & 34th Street (South) stop near Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Jackson & Canal (East) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • When is the last train from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA?

    The last train from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) 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 Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Desplaines & Harrison Terminal (South) to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.