How to get from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 172 bus from 60th Street & University (East) station to E Hyde Park & Lake Park (East) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 28 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 2 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from 60th Street & Ellis (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

132min

172

MD-W

Leaves from 60th Street & University (East)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
60th Street & University (East)
ID 14020
300 yd • 4 min
2
172
Wait for bus
172
E Hyde Park & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
E Hyde Park & Lake Park (East)
ID 1647
13 min
4
Walk to bus station
Lake Park & E. Hyde Park Blvd (North)
ID 5037
60 yd • 1 min
5
28
Wait for bus
28
Adams & Canal (West)
6
Ride to bus station
Adams & Canal (West)
ID 12713
26 min
7
Walk to train station
Chicago Union Station
70 yd • 1 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2211| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
70 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between 60th Street & Ellis (West) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 46.45 mi, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 60th Street & Ellis (West) 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 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (60th Street & Ellis (West)) 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.

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA?
The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Bus line 172, Bus line 28, Train line MD-W.
Is there a direct bus between 60th Street & Ellis (West) and Elgin IL USA?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 12 min.
Which bus line goes from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA?
The 172 bus line goes from 60th Street & University (East) station near 60th Street & Ellis (West) in Chicago to E Hyde Park & Lake Park (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till E Hyde Park & Lake Park (East) station near Elgin IL USA.
How long does it take to travel from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?
The total travel time between 60th Street & Ellis (West) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 2 hr 12 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 60th Street & Ellis (West) to get to Elgin IL USA?
Get on the 172 bus from the 60th Street & University (East) stop near 60th Street & Ellis (West) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 60th Street & Ellis (West) and Elgin IL USA?
Get off the bus at the E Hyde Park & Lake Park (East) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

Last updated on October 31, 2026

How to get from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

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Public transit directions from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA

Bus And Train schedule from 60th Street & Ellis (West) to Elgin IL USA

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