How to get from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA by train?

From Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BNSF train from Downers Grove 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 20 min. The train schedule from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to train station
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Downers Grove

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Downers Grove
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1246| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    30 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 • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Chicago.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) and Elgin IL USA is approximately 58.19 mi, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) 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 Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA

To check the train schedule from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave)) 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.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA?

    The BNSF train line goes from Downers Grove station near Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) in Downers Grove to Chicago Union Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Union Station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) and Elgin IL USA by train is about 2 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the BNSF train from the Downers Grove station near Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) in Downers Grove.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Downers Grove Metra (Main St & Burlington Ave) and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the train at the Chicago Union Station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

Popular Routes