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How to get from Mars to Elgin IL USA by train?

From Mars to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Mars to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the MD-W train from Mars station to Galewood station. Next, take the MD-W train from Galewood station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $7.50. The train schedule from Mars may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

87min$7.50
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Mars

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mars
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2226| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Galewood
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Mars to Elgin IL USA by bus

To get from Mars to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 319 bus from Grand/Nordica station to Grand/Mannheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 330 bus and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The train schedule from Mars may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

120min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 319
319
Bus - 330
330
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Grand/Nordica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand/Nordica
    ID 9733
    0.66 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Wolf/North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand/Mannheim
    ID 9817
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannheim/Grand (Ne)
    ID 9701
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 8
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    14 min
  • 7
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mars to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Mars and Elgin IL USA is approximately 28.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mars 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 Mars to Elgin IL USA

To check the train schedule from Mars to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Mars) 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.

From Mars to Elgin IL USA by bus

To get from Mars to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 319 bus from Grand/Nordica station to Grand/Mannheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 330 bus and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The train schedule from Mars may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

120min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 319
319
Bus - 330
330
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Grand/Nordica

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grand/Nordica
    ID 9733
    0.66 mi • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - 319319
    Wait for bus
    319
    Wolf/North
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand/Mannheim
    ID 9817
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mannheim/Grand (Ne)
    ID 9701
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 330330
    Wait for bus
    330
    O'Hare Mmf Bay 8
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    14 min
  • 7
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    560 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mars to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Train line MD-W, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Mars to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 120 minutes, using Bus line 319, Bus line 330, Bus line 603.

  • Is there a direct train between Mars and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mars to Elgin IL USA?

    The MD-W train line goes from #2226| Chicago Union Station station near Mars in Chicago to Galewood station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Galewood station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mars to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between Mars and Elgin IL USA by train is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Mars to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the MD-W train from the #2226| Chicago Union Station station near Mars in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Mars and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the Galewood station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • When is the first train from Mars to Elgin IL USA?

    The first train from Mars in Chicago to Elgin IL USA in Elgin is Milwaukee West. It leaves the Mars station at 1:02 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Mars to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Mars to Elgin IL USA costs $7.50.