The average train between Elgin and Pontiac takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin to Pontiac. 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 Pontiac. 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 Pontiac at 8:38 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 20m • 1 change

3h 27m • 1 change

3h 10m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 20m • 1 change

3h 27m • 1 change

3h 10m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Pontiac station via Chicago Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Elgin to Pontiac train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Pontiac train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Pontiac Station.
The distance between Elgin and Pontiac is 131.8 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Pontiac Station via Chicago Union Station in around 3h 55m.