How to get from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Western Springs to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BNSF train from Western Springs station to La Grange 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 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $6.05. The bus and train schedule from Western Springs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

129min$6.05
Train - BNSFBNSF
Bus - 330
330
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Western Springs
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1242| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    La Grange
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    La Grange/Burlington Ave.
    ID 10346
    90 yd • 2 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
    43 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

From Western Springs to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BNSF train from Western Springs 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 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $12.25. The bus and train schedule from Western Springs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

141min$12.25
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Western Springs
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1244| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 6
    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 Western Springs to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Western Springs and Elgin IL USA is approximately 40.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Western Springs 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 Western Springs to Elgin IL USA

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

To get from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BNSF train from Western Springs 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 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $12.25. The bus and train schedule from Western Springs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

141min$12.25
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Western Springs

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Western Springs
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1244| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 6
    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 Western Springs to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Bus line 330, Bus line 603.

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

    The alternative route takes 141 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1242| Chicago Union Station station near Western Springs in Western Springs to La Grange station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till La Grange station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Western Springs and Elgin IL USA by train and bus is about 2 hr 9 min.

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

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1242| Chicago Union Station station near Western Springs in Western Springs.

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

    Get off the train at the La Grange stop, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

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

    The ride from Western Springs to Elgin IL USA costs $6.05.

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