How to get from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 24 bus from 87th Street & Halsted (East) station to Dearborn & Madison (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 124 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 38 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from 87th Street & Halsted (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

158min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 24
24
Bus - 124
124
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from 87th Street & Halsted (East)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    87th Street & Halsted (East)
    ID 14506
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Dearborn & Randolph (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dearborn & Madison (North)
    ID 1882
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison & Dearborn/State (West)
    ID 18126
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 124124
    Wait for bus
    124
    Clinton & Quincy (South)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Quincy (South)
    ID 4992
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between 87th Street & Halsted (West) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 49.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 158 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 87th Street & Halsted (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 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (87th Street & Halsted (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 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 158 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 124, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between 87th Street & Halsted (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 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The 24 bus line goes from 87th Street & Halsted (East) station near 87th Street & Halsted (West) in Chicago to Dearborn & Madison (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Dearborn & Madison (North) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 87th Street & Halsted (West) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 2 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 87th Street & Halsted (West) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 24 bus from the 87th Street & Halsted (East) stop near 87th Street & Halsted (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 87th Street & Halsted (West) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Dearborn & Madison (North) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from 87th Street & Halsted (West) to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.

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