How to get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

From Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 24 bus from Clark/Polk station to Dearborn & Adams (North) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 151 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 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The bus and train schedule from Clark/Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

104min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 24
24
Bus - 151
151
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Clark/Polk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clark/Polk
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Dearborn & Randolph (North)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dearborn & Adams (North)
    ID 1880
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Adams & State (West)
    ID 4732
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Union Station Transit Center (East)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adams & Canal (West)
    ID 12713
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 10
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Lasalle station to Clinton-Blue station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus and train schedule from Clark/Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

99min$9.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Lasalle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lasalle
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    1 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 7
    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 Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Clark/Polk and Elgin IL USA is approximately 38.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 104 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Clark/Polk 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 Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA

To check the bus and train schedule from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Clark/Polk) 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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From Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA by Chicago 'L' and train

To get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BLUE LINE Chicago 'L' from Lasalle station to Clinton-Blue station. Next, take the MD-W train from Chicago Union Station station to Elgin station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $9.25. The bus and train schedule from Clark/Polk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

99min$9.25
Walk to Chicago 'L' station
Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Lasalle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Walk to Chicago 'L' station
    Lasalle
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Chicago 'L' - BLUE LINE
    Wait for Chicago 'L'
    BLUE LINE
    Forest Park
  • 3
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Ride to Chicago 'L' station
    Clinton-Blue
    1 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 7
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 151, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 99 minutes, using Chicago 'L' line BLUE LINE, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct bus between Clark/Polk and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The 24 bus line goes from Clark/Polk station near Clark/Polk in Chicago to Dearborn & Randolph (North) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Dearborn & Randolph (North) station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Clark/Polk and Elgin IL USA by bus and train is about 1 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Clark/Polk to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Clark/Polk stop near Clark/Polk in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Clark/Polk and Elgin IL USA?

    Get off the bus at the Dearborn & Randolph (North) station, which is closest to Elgin IL USA.

  • When is the first train from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The first train from Clark/Polk 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 total bus and train fare from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Clark/Polk to Elgin IL USA costs $9.00.

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