How to get from Elgin to Woodstock by bus and train?

From Elgin to Woodstock by bus and train

To get from Elgin to Woodstock in Chicago, take the 550 bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station to Crystal Lake Metra Station station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Crystal Lake station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $5.75.

83min$5.75
Walk to bus stationBus - 550
550
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
    ID 37480
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 550550
    Wait for bus
    550
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crystal Lake Metra Station
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Crystal Lake
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 6
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Elgin to Woodstock by train

To get from Elgin to Woodstock in Chicago, take the MD-W train from Elgin station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Chicago Otc station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $13.50.

222min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Elgin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2228| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 6
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    91 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elgin to Woodstock

The distance between Elgin, Chicago and Woodstock, Chicago is approximately 26.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 83 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elgin to Woodstock 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 Elgin

Elgin is located at Elgin, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1.

Train stations close to Elgin:

  • Elgin
  • National St

Bus stations close to Elgin:

  • Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1
  • Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4
  • State St & Chicago St

Public transit stations close to Woodstock, Chicago

Woodstock is located at Woodstock, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Throop/Washington.

Train stations close to Woodstock:

  • Woodstock

Bus stations close to Woodstock:

  • Throop/Washington
  • Washington/Wheeler
  • Washington/Tryon

Related Routes

From Elgin to Woodstock by train

To get from Elgin to Woodstock in Chicago, take the MD-W train from Elgin station to Chicago Union Station station. Next, take the UP-NW train from Chicago Otc station to Woodstock station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 42 min. The ride fare is $13.50.

222min$13.50
Walk to train station
Train - MD-WMD-W
Train - UP-NWUP-NW
Leaves from Elgin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elgin
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2228| Chicago Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-NWUP-NW
    Wait for train
    UP-NW
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  • 6
    Ride to train station Woodstock
    Ride to train station
    Woodstock
    91 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Woodstock?

    The fastest way takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 550, Bus line UP-NW.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Elgin to Woodstock?

    The alternative route takes 222 minutes, using Bus line MD-W, Bus line UP-NW.

  • Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Woodstock in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Elgin to Woodstock in Chicago?

    The 550 bus line goes from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station near Elgin to Crystal Lake Metra Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Crystal Lake Metra Station station near Woodstock in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Elgin and Woodstock in Chicago by bus and train is about 1 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Elgin to get to Woodstock in Chicago?

    Get on the 550 bus from the Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 stop near Elgin in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Elgin and Woodstock in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Crystal Lake Metra Station station, which is closest to Woodstock in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Elgin to Woodstock?

    The ride from Elgin to Woodstock costs $5.75.