The average train between Elgin and Elmhurst takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Elgin to Elmhurst. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Elgin and Elmhurst. The earliest departure is at 4:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Elgin is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Elmhurst at 1:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Elmhurst? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Elmhurst station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Elgin to Elmhurst train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Elmhurst train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Elmhurst station.
The distance between Elgin and Elmhurst is 32.1 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Elmhurst via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 25m.