What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line). However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Addison-Red via Jackson-Red. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

The distance between Elgin and Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is 39 miles. The road distance is 36.3 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) without a car is to bus and line 80 bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $7 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) train from?

Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

The best way to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is to bus and line 80 bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $7 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $12 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) train arrive?

Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) is 36 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line).

Where can I stay near Addison Station (CTA Red Line)?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Addison Station (CTA Red Line).

Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 80 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Station603
2. Take the bus from Irving Park Blue Line Station to Irving Park & Fremont80
1h 40m
$8–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union StationMd-W
1h 53m
$6–12
Drive 36.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)36.1 mi
40 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line)36.1 mi
40 min
$100–130
Train, line 151 bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union StationMd-W
2. Take the bus from Union Station Transit Center to Sheridan & Byron151
2h 21m
$7–10

Elgin to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) by bus, subway, and foot

117Weekly Services

1h 40mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.4 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Addison Station (CTA Red Line), IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Addison Station (CTA Red Line) via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Irving Park-Blue, Irving Park Blue Line Station, and Irving Park & Fremont in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, Metra operates a train from Elgin to Chicago Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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