How to get from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA - Train Schedule

The UP-NW train from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA runs from 4:54 AM to 12:24 AM, with departures every 15 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 29 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the UP-NW train from Mt. Prospect station to Cumberland station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 208 bus and finally take the 554 bus from Woodfield Mall (Entrance 1) station to Highland Ave & Spring St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Mt. Prospect may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

89min
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Bus - 208
208
Bus - 554
554
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Mt. Prospect

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Mt. Prospect
  • 2
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
    #636| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cumberland
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy)
    ID 20490
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Woodfield Mall (Entrance 1)
    ID 16882
    24 min
  • 7
    Bus - 554554
    Wait for bus
    554
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Highland Ave & Spring St
    ID 15858
    45 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Mt. Prospect and Elgin IL USA is approximately 28.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mt. Prospect 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 Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA

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

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Train line UP-NW, Bus line 208, Bus line 554.

  • Is there a direct train between Mt. Prospect and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA?

    The UP-NW train line goes from Cumberland station near Mt. Prospect in Mount Prospect to Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mt. Prospect to Elgin IL USA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Mt. Prospect and Elgin IL USA by train and bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Mt. Prospect to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the UP-NW train from the Cumberland station near Mt. Prospect in Mount Prospect.

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

    Get off the train at the Cumberland Metra (484 Northwest Hwy) stop, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

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