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Trip Overview

The average train between New York and Elgin takes 21h 1m and the fastest train takes 21h. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from New York 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.

21h 1m
Duration
993 mi
Distance
$624
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

New York to Elgin train times

Trains run 6 times a week between New York and Elgin. The service departs New York at 3:40 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Elgin at 11:40:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h 5m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakMetra21h 5m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from New York 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: 993 mi
  • Duration: 21h 1m

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 21h 24m.

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