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Trip Overview

The average bus between Wilmette and Elgin takes 3h 48m and the fastest bus takes 2h 26m. The bus service runs several times per day from Wilmette to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 48m
Duration
43 mi
Distance
$6
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Wilmette to Elgin bus times

Buses run every 2 hours between Wilmette and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wilmette is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Elgin at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Old Orchard Mall - Macy's and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 2m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 58m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus3h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 36m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 26m • 2 changes
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    Chicago Transit (CTA)Pace BusPace Bus2h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wilmette to Elgin? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Wilmette to Elgin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 43.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Wilmette, IL, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Central Street & Prospect to Highland Ave & Spring St via Old Orchard Mall - Macy's and Northwest Transportation Center in around 3h 35m.

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