How to get from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Roosevelt & Damen (West) station to Roosevelt & 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 34 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Roosevelt & Damen (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

94min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 12
12
Bus - 49
49
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Roosevelt & Damen (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Roosevelt & Damen (West)
    ID 344
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Central & Harrison Terminal (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt & Western (West)
    ID 348
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & Roosevelt (North)
    ID 6681
    30 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
    10 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 IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 12, 60 and MD-W

To get from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Roosevelt & Damen (East) station to Roosevelt & Racine (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally 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. The bus and train schedule from Roosevelt & Damen (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

113min$9.00
Bus - 12
12
Bus - 60
60
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Roosevelt & Damen (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Roosevelt & Damen (East)
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Indiana & 15th Place (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt & Racine (East)
    ID 303
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Racine & Roosevelt (North)
    ID 15404
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    160 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
    75 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 Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Roosevelt & Damen (East) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 36.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Roosevelt & Damen (East) 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 Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Roosevelt & Damen (East)) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 12, 60 and MD-W

To get from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Roosevelt & Damen (East) station to Roosevelt & Racine (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 60 bus and finally 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. The bus and train schedule from Roosevelt & Damen (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

113min$9.00
Bus - 12
12
Bus - 60
60
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Roosevelt & Damen (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Roosevelt & Damen (East)
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Indiana & 15th Place (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roosevelt & Racine (East)
    ID 303
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Racine & Roosevelt (North)
    ID 15404
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Harbor Drive & Randolph (North)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jefferson & Jackson (North)
    ID 18662
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    160 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
    75 min
  • 10
    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 Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 49, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 113 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line 60, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt & Damen (East) and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The 12 bus line goes from Roosevelt & Damen (West) station near Roosevelt & Damen (East) in Chicago to Central & Harrison Terminal (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Central & Harrison Terminal (North) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Roosevelt & Damen (East) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Roosevelt & Damen (East) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Roosevelt & Damen (West) stop near Roosevelt & Damen (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Roosevelt & Damen (East) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Central & Harrison Terminal (North) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Roosevelt & Damen (East) to Elgin IL USA costs $6.00.

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