How to get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA by train?

From Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA by train

To get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA in Elgin, take the BNSF train from Halsted Street 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 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $10.50. The train schedule from Halsted Street may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

98min$10.50
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Halsted Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Halsted Street
  • 2
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1232| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2209| Big Timber
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    75 min
  • 6
    Walk to Elgin IL USA
    Walk to
    Elgin IL USA
    510 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 8 bus from Halsted & 16th Street (North) station to Halsted & Jackson (North) 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 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The train schedule from Halsted Street may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

107min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 8
8
Bus - 126
126
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Halsted & 16th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Halsted & 16th Street (North)
    ID 5924
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Division & Hooker (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Halsted & Jackson (North)
    ID 18009
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Halsted (East)
    ID 64
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    3 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
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Public transit directions from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA

The distance between Halsted Street and Elgin IL USA is approximately 38.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Halsted Street 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 Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA

To check the train schedule from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Halsted Street) 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.

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From Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA by bus and train

To get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 8 bus from Halsted & 16th Street (North) station to Halsted & Jackson (North) 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 1 hr 47 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The train schedule from Halsted Street may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elgin IL USA on the Moovit app.

107min$9.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 8
8
Bus - 126
126
Train - MD-WMD-W
Walk to Elgin IL USA
Leaves from Halsted & 16th Street (North)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Halsted & 16th Street (North)
    ID 5924
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Division & Hooker (East)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Halsted & Jackson (North)
    ID 18009
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jackson & Halsted (East)
    ID 64
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 126126
    Wait for bus
    126
    Congress Plaza & Michigan (Ne)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Jackson & Clinton (East)
    ID 14484
    3 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Train line BNSF, Train line MD-W.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA?

    The alternative route takes 107 minutes, using Bus line 8, Bus line 126, Train line MD-W.

  • Is there a direct train between Halsted Street and Elgin IL USA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA?

    The BNSF train line goes from #1232| Chicago Union Station station near Halsted Street in Chicago to Chicago Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chicago Union Station station near Elgin IL USA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA by train?

    The total travel time between Halsted Street and Elgin IL USA by train is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Halsted Street to get to Elgin IL USA?

    Get on the BNSF train from the #1232| Chicago Union Station station near Halsted Street in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Halsted Street and Elgin IL USA?

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

  • How much is the train fare from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA?

    The ride from Halsted Street to Elgin IL USA costs $10.50.

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