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

From Wilmette to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Wilmette to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the UP-N train from Wilmette station to Chicago Otc 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 11 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The train schedule from Wilmette may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

131min$10.50
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Wilmette

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Wilmette
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wilmette to Elgin IL USA by bus

To get from Wilmette to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 422 bus from Wilmette Metra Station station to Old Orchard Mall - Macy's station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 208 bus and finally take the 607 bus from Northwest Transportation Center station to Pace I-90/Il-25 Park-N-Ride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The train schedule from Wilmette may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

178min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 422
422
Bus - 208
208
Bus - 607
607
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Wilmette Metra Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmette Metra Station
    ID 1078
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Northbrook Court
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Orchard Mall - Macy's
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 20351
    73 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 31033
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 607607
    Wait for bus
    607
    Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-N-Ride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace I-90/Il-25 Park-N-Ride
    ID 37285
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    2.32 mi • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Wilmette to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Wilmette and Elgin IL USA is approximately 51.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wilmette 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 Wilmette to Elgin IL USA

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

To get from Wilmette to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 422 bus from Wilmette Metra Station station to Old Orchard Mall - Macy's station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 208 bus and finally take the 607 bus from Northwest Transportation Center station to Pace I-90/Il-25 Park-N-Ride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $2.30. The train schedule from Wilmette may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

178min$2.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 422
422
Bus - 208
208
Bus - 607
607
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Wilmette Metra Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilmette Metra Station
    ID 1078
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 422422
    Wait for bus
    422
    Northbrook Court
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Orchard Mall - Macy's
    15 min
  • 4
    Bus - 208208
    Wait for bus
    208
    Northwest Transportation Center
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 20351
    73 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northwest Transportation Center
    ID 31033
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 607607
    Wait for bus
    607
    Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-N-Ride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pace I-90/Il-25 Park-N-Ride
    ID 37285
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    2.32 mi • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Train line UP-N, Train line MD-W.

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

    The alternative route takes 178 minutes, using Bus line 422, Bus line 208, Bus line 607.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

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

    The UP-N train line goes from #318| Chicago Otc station near Wilmette in Wilmette to Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Otc station near Elgin IL USA.

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

    The total travel time between Wilmette and Elgin IL USA by train is about 2 hr 11 min.

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

    Get on the UP-N train from the #318| Chicago Otc station near Wilmette in Wilmette.

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

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

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

    The ride from Wilmette to Elgin IL USA costs $10.50.

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