The average train between Elgin and Lincoln takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Lincoln. 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 4 times a day between Elgin and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 7:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 5:28 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 9:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Lincoln station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Elgin to Lincoln train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Lincoln train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Lincoln Station.
The distance between Elgin and Lincoln is 228.8 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Lincoln Station via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 55m.