How to get from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 421 bus from Lake / Edens Plaza station to Central Ave & Green Bay Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-N train 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 40 min. The ride fare is $12.50. The bus and train schedule from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

160min$12.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 421
421
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Lake / Edens Plaza

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lake / Edens Plaza
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 421421
    Wait for bus
    421
    Linden Cta (Linden Ave & 4th St)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Ave & Green Bay Rd
    ID 1632
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wilmette
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #318| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    420 yd • 5 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 Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Lake Ave & Edens Plaza and Elgin IL USA is approximately 54.87 mi, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza 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 Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA

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

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line 421, Train line UP-N, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Lake Ave & Edens Plaza and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA?

    The 421 bus line goes from Lake / Edens Plaza station near Lake Ave & Edens Plaza in Wilmette to Central Ave & Green Bay Rd station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Central Ave & Green Bay Rd station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Lake Ave & Edens Plaza and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 2 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 421 bus from the Lake / Edens Plaza stop near Lake Ave & Edens Plaza in Wilmette.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Lake Ave & Edens Plaza and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Central Ave & Green Bay Rd station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Lake Ave & Edens Plaza to Elgin IL USA costs $12.50.

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