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Trip Overview

The average train between Fort Madison and Elgin takes 6h 33m and the fastest train takes 6h 23m. There is at least one train per day from Fort Madison 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.

6h 33m
Duration
255 mi
Distance
$147
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Fort Madison to Elgin train times

Trains run once daily between Fort Madison and Elgin. The service departs Fort Madison at 10:22 AM in the morning, which arrives into Elgin at 16:47:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra6h 23m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra7h 23m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Fort Madison to Elgin? 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.

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  • Distance: 254.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Fort Madison, IA, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Fort Madison to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 12m.

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