The average train between Elgin and New Buffalo takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to New Buffalo. 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 New Buffalo. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Elgin is at 10:10 PM which arrives into New Buffalo at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to New Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at New Buffalo station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Elgin to New Buffalo train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to New Buffalo train services, operated by Metra, arrive at New Buffalo Station.
The distance between Elgin and New Buffalo is 130 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to New Buffalo Station via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 34m.