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How to get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA by train?

From Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA by train

Take one direct train from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin: take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $6.75. The train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

85min$6.75
Walk to train station
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Chicago Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton-Blue station to Rosemont station. Next, 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 1 hr 43 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

103min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Clinton-Blue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 7
    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 Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 37.1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station Transit Center (East) 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 Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA

To check the train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Station Transit Center (East)) 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 Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and bus

To get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Clinton-Blue station to Rosemont station. Next, 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 1 hr 43 min. The ride fare is $2.80. The train schedule from Union Station Transit Center (East) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

103min$2.80
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Bus - 603
603
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Clinton-Blue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    350 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    O'Hare
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Rosemont
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rosemont Cta Station
    ID 8944
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 603603
    Wait for bus
    603
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
    ID 37479
    37 min
  • 7
    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 Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 103 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Bus line 603.

  • Is there a direct train between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Elgin IL USA?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Union Station Transit Center (East) in Chicago to Elgin IL USA in Elgin in 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The MD-W train line goes from Chicago Union Station station near Union Station Transit Center (East) in Chicago to #2209| Big Timber station near Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Elgin IL USA by train is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Union Station Transit Center (East) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the MD-W train from the Chicago Union Station station near Union Station Transit Center (East) in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Union Station Transit Center (East) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the #2209| Big Timber station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • When is the first train from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The first train from Union Station Transit Center (East) in Chicago to Elgin IL USA in Elgin is Milwaukee West. It leaves the Chicago Union Station station at 7:40 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Union Station Transit Center (East) to Elgin IL USA costs $6.75.

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