What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Elgin Station and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Elgin and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Elgin Station to Chicago?

The distance between Elgin Station and Chicago is 37 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin Station to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Elgin Station to Chicago?

The train from Elgin to Union Station takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Elgin Station to Chicago train from?

Elgin Station to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin Station to Chicago?

The best way to get from Elgin Station to Chicago is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 56 bus, which costs $7 - $12 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Elgin Station to Chicago train arrive?

Elgin Station to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin Station to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin Station to Chicago is 41 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Elgin Station to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Chicago.

Elgin Station to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 56 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Elgin Station to Chicago by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
1h 17m
$5–7
Bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Clark/Dearbornbus 56
2h 5m
$8–12
Drive 40.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin Station to Chicagocar 40.5 mi
46 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin Station to Chicagotaxi 40.5 mi
46 min
$110–150

Elgin Station to Chicago by train

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1h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Elgin Station, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Elgin to Chicago Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Washington & Clark/Dearborn via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, and Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 2h 5m.

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