How to get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 79 bus from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) station to 79th Street & Stony Island (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 30 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

150min$9.00

MD-W

Leaves from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
79th Street & St. Lawrence (East)
2
79
Wait for bus
79
79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Stony Island (East)
ID 2795
10 min
4
Walk to bus station
Stony Island & South Chicago/79th Street (North)
ID 7116
80 yd • 1 min
5
28
Wait for bus
28
Adams & Canal (West)
6
Ride to bus station
Adams & Canal (West)
ID 12713
51 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 • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 79, 49 and MD-W

To get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 79 bus from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (West) station to 79th Street & 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 2 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

158min$6.00

MD-W

Leaves from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (West)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
79th Street & St. Lawrence (West)
ID 2632
30 yd • 1 min
2
79
Wait for bus
79
Ford City (South)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Western (West)
ID 2670
26 min
4
Walk to bus station
79th & Western Terminal
70 yd • 1 min
5
49
Wait for bus
49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
6
Ride to bus station
Western & Hubbard (North)
ID 8384
48 min
7
Walk to train station
Western Ave
130 yd • 2 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2211| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
61 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 49.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (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 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street & St. Lawrence (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 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 79, 49 and MD-W

158min$6.00

MD-W

Leaves from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (West)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
79th Street & St. Lawrence (West)
ID 2632
30 yd • 1 min
2
79
Wait for bus
79
Ford City (South)
3
Ride to bus station
79th Street & Western (West)
ID 2670
26 min
4
Walk to bus station
79th & Western Terminal
70 yd • 1 min
5
49
Wait for bus
49
Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
6
Ride to bus station
Western & Hubbard (North)
ID 8384
48 min
7
Walk to train station
Western Ave
130 yd • 2 min
8
MD-W
Wait for train
MD-W
#2211| Big Timber
9
Ride to train station
Elgin
61 min
10
Walk to
Elgin IL USA
510 yd • 7 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA?
The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Bus line 79, Bus line 28, Train line MD-W.
What is the alternative route to get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA?
The alternative route takes 158 minutes, using Bus line 79, Bus line 49, Train line MD-W.
Is there a direct bus between 79th Street & St. Lawrence (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 2 hr 30 min.
Which bus line goes from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA?
The 79 bus line goes from 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West) station near 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) in Chicago to 79th Street & Stony Island (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till 79th Street & Stony Island (East) station near Elgin IL USA.
How long does it take to travel from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?
The total travel time between 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 2 hr 30 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to get to Elgin IL USA?
Get on the 79 bus from the 79th Street & Lake Shore Drive (West) stop near 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) in Chicago.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) and Elgin IL USA?
Get off the bus at the 79th Street & Stony Island (East) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.
How much is the total bus and train fare from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA?
The ride from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.

Last updated on February 21, 2026

How to get from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

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Alternative route from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 79, 49 and MD-W

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Public transit directions from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA

Bus And Train schedule from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA

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Alternative route from 79th Street & St. Lawrence (East) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 79, 49 and MD-W

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