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Wilmette to Elgin trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wilmette and Elgin takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Wilmette 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.

2h 16m
Duration
51 mi
Distance
$10
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Wilmette to Chicago OTCtrain train Up-N
  2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain train Md-W
2h 34m
$9–12

Wilmette to Elgin train times

Trains run hourly between Wilmette and Elgin. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Wilmette is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Elgin at 1:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Chicago OTC and take an average of 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 51.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Wilmette, IL, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Wilmette to Elgin via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 34m.

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