How to get from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 121 bus from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West) station to Adams & Canal (West) 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 48 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Fairbanks & Erie (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

108min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 121
121
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)
    ID 590
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 121121
    Wait for bus
    121
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & Canal (West)
    ID 12713
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    70 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 Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 65 and MD-W

To get from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 65 bus from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West) station to Grand & Western (West) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Fairbanks & Erie (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

110min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 65
65
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)
    ID 590
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Grand & Nordica Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand & Western (West)
    ID 15340
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    66 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 Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Fairbanks & Erie (North) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 39.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fairbanks & Erie (North) 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 Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fairbanks & Erie (North)) 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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Alternative route from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train via 65 and MD-W

To get from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 65 bus from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West) station to Grand & Western (West) station. Next, take the MD-W train from Western Ave station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The bus and train schedule from Fairbanks & Erie (North) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

110min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 65
65
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West)
    ID 590
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6565
    Wait for bus
    65
    Grand & Nordica Terminal (South)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand & Western (West)
    ID 15340
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    66 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 Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 121, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 110 minutes, using Bus line 65, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Fairbanks & Erie (North) 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 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA?

    The 121 bus line goes from Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West) station near Fairbanks & Erie (North) in Chicago to Union Station Transit Center (East) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Union Station Transit Center (East) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Fairbanks & Erie (North) and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Fairbanks & Erie (North) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 121 bus from the Grand & Fairbanks/Columbus (West) stop near Fairbanks & Erie (North) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Fairbanks & Erie (North) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Union Station Transit Center (East) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Fairbanks & Erie (North) to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.

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