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Detroit to Elgin trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Detroit and Elgin takes 7h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Detroit 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.

7h 40m
Duration
317 mi
Distance
$113
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Wolverine
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain train Md-W
6h 59m
$96–190

Detroit to Elgin train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Detroit and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detroit is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Elgin at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 317 mi
  • Duration: 7h 40m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Detroit to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 59m.

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