How to get from South Shore to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and bus?

From South Shore to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from South Shore to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line: take the 26 bus from S. Shore Drive & 71st Street (North) station to Michigan & Randolph (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' and finally take the 603 bus from Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D station to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The Chicago 'L' and bus schedule from South Shore may change. We recommend you check the updated Chicago 'L' and bus schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

130min$2.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 26
26
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from S. Shore Drive & 71st Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    S. Shore Drive & 71st Street (North)
    ID 7032
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Chicago & Fairbanks (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Michigan & Randolph (North)
    ID 1119
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Washington-Blue
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 6
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station - Bus Stop D
    ID 37721
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 10
    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 South Shore to Elgin IL USA

The distance between South Shore and Elgin IL USA is approximately 50.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 130 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Shore to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Chicago 'L' and Bus schedule from South Shore to Elgin IL USA

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 130 minutes, using Bus line 26, Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 603.

  • Is there a direct bus between South Shore and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one Chicago 'L' line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 10 min.

  • Which bus line goes from South Shore to Elgin IL USA?

    The 26 bus line goes from S. Shore Drive & 71st Street (North) station near South Shore in Chicago to Michigan & Randolph (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one Chicago 'L' line till Michigan & Randolph (North) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from South Shore to Elgin IL USA by bus and Chicago 'L'?

    The total travel time between South Shore and Elgin IL USA by bus and Chicago 'L' is about 2 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near South Shore to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 26 bus from the S. Shore Drive & 71st Street (North) stop near South Shore in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between South Shore and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Michigan & Randolph (North) stop, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the total bus and Chicago 'L' fare from South Shore to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from South Shore to Elgin IL USA costs $2.25.

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