How to get from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA by train?

From Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the LINCOLN SERVICE train from Joliet Union Station 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 36 min.

156min
Walk to train station
Train - LINCOLN SERVICELINCOLN SERVICE
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Joliet Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Joliet Union Station
    640 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - LINCOLN SERVICELINCOLN SERVICE
    Wait for train
    LINCOLN SERVICE
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    61 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 Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Ottawa/Chicago, Elgin and Elgin IL USA, Elgin is approximately 74.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elgin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Ottawa/Chicago

Ottawa/Chicago is located at Ottawa/Chicago, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Chicago/Osgood.

Train stations close to Ottawa/Chicago:

  • Joliet
  • Joliet Union Station

Bus stations close to Ottawa/Chicago:

  • Chicago/Osgood
  • Chicago/Wallace
  • Chicago/3rd

Public transit stations close to Elgin IL USA, Elgin

Elgin IL USA is located at Elgin IL USA, Elgin and the nearest public transit station is Chicago St & Chapel St.

Train stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Elgin
  • Big Timber
  • National St

Bus stations close to Elgin IL USA:

  • Chicago St & Chapel St
  • Villa St & Dupage St
  • Highland Ave & Grove Ave

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Train line LINCOLN SERVICE, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Ottawa/Chicago and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA?

    The LINCOLN SERVICE train line goes from Joliet Union Station station near Ottawa/Chicago in Joliet to Chicago station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago station near Elgin IL USA in Elgin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ottawa/Chicago to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between Ottawa/Chicago in Joliet and Elgin IL USA in Elgin by train is about 2 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ottawa/Chicago to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the LINCOLN SERVICE train from the Joliet Union Station station near Ottawa/Chicago in Joliet.

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

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

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