How to get from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ME train from Riverdale station to Van Buren St. station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 126 bus and finally take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min. The bus and train schedule from Indiana Ave & 138th St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

162min
Walk to train station
Train - MEME
Bus - 126
126
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Riverdale

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Riverdale
    760 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - MEME
    Wait for train
    ME
    #112| Millennium Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Van Buren St.
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Michigan & Van Buren (North)
    ID 75
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Jackson & Austin Terminal (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Clinton & Jackson (South)
    ID 6361
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2211| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Indiana Ave & 138th St and Elgin IL USA is approximately 55.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 162 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Indiana Ave & 138th St 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 Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Indiana Ave & 138th St) 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 Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 162 minutes, using Train line ME, Bus line 126, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Indiana Ave & 138th St and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA?

    The ME train line goes from Riverdale station near Indiana Ave & 138th St in Chicago to Van Buren St. station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Van Buren St. station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Indiana Ave & 138th St to Elgin IL USA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Indiana Ave & 138th St and Elgin IL USA by train and bus is about 2 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Indiana Ave & 138th St to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the ME train from the Riverdale station near Indiana Ave & 138th St in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Indiana Ave & 138th St and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the Van Buren St. station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

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