How to get from Carpentersville to Hodgkins by bus and train?

From Carpentersville to Hodgkins by bus and train

To get from Carpentersville to Hodgkins in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 543 bus from Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a) station to Elgin Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the HC train from Chicago Union Station station to Willow Springs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $14.25.

296min$14.25
Walk to bus stationBus - 543
543
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - HCHC
Walk to Hodgkins
Leaves from Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a)
    ID 16047
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 2
    Bus - 543543
    Wait for bus
    543
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elgin Terminal
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elgin
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2238| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    87 min
  • 7
    Train - HCHC
    Wait for train
    HC
    #915| Joliet
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Willow Springs
    32 min
  • 9
    Walk to Hodgkins
    Walk to
    Hodgkins
    1.76 mi • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Carpentersville to Hodgkins

The distance between Carpentersville, Chicago and Hodgkins, Chicago is approximately 63.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 296 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Carpentersville to Hodgkins by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Carpentersville

Carpentersville is located at Carpentersville, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Rt. 25/Northlake.

Bus stations close to Carpentersville:

  • Rt. 25/Northlake
  • Kennedy Dr (Il 25) & Northlake Pkwy
  • Kennedy Dr (Il 25) & Barrington Ave (Il 68)

Public transit stations close to Hodgkins, Chicago

Hodgkins is located at Hodgkins, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Ups Facility Stop 2 (Ne).

Train stations close to Hodgkins:

  • Willow Springs

Bus stations close to Hodgkins:

  • Ups Facility Stop 2 (Ne)
  • Ups Terminal 2
  • Willow Springs Rd & 79th St/Ups Way

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Carpentersville to Hodgkins?

    The fastest way takes 296 minutes, using Bus line 543, Bus line MD-W, Bus line HC.

  • Is there a direct bus between Carpentersville and Hodgkins in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Carpentersville to Hodgkins in Chicago?

    The 543 bus line goes from Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a) station near Carpentersville to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2 station near Hodgkins in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Carpentersville to Hodgkins in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Carpentersville and Hodgkins in Chicago by bus and train is about 4 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Carpentersville to get to Hodgkins in Chicago?

    Get on the 543 bus from the Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a) stop near Carpentersville in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Carpentersville and Hodgkins in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Elgin Transportation Center Bay 2 station, which is closest to Hodgkins in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Carpentersville to Hodgkins?

    The ride from Carpentersville to Hodgkins costs $14.25.