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How to get from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by train?

From 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BNSF train from Western Avenue station to Chicago Union Station 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 43 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The train schedule from 18th Street & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

103min$10.50
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Avenue
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1232| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    10 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 49 bus from Western & 18th Place (North) station to Western & Hubbard (North) 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 37 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The train schedule from 18th Street & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

97min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western & 18th Place (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & 18th Place (North)
    ID 8364
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (North)
    ID 8384
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    130 yd • 2 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 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between 18th Street & Western (West) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 40.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 103 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA

To check the train schedule from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (18th Street & Western (West)) and destination (Elgin IL USA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the 49 bus from Western & 18th Place (North) station to Western & Hubbard (North) 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 37 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The train schedule from 18th Street & Western (West) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

97min$6.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 49
49
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western & 18th Place (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Western & 18th Place (North)
    ID 8364
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Western & Berwyn Terminal (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Western & Hubbard (North)
    ID 8384
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Western Ave
    130 yd • 2 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 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 103 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 49, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between 18th Street & Western (West) and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The BNSF train line goes from Western Avenue station near 18th Street & Western (West) in Chicago to #1232| Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1232| Chicago Union Station station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between 18th Street & Western (West) and Elgin IL USA by train is about 1 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near 18th Street & Western (West) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the BNSF train from the Western Avenue station near 18th Street & Western (West) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between 18th Street & Western (West) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the #1232| Chicago Union Station station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the train fare from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from 18th Street & Western (West) to Elgin IL USA costs $10.50.

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