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How to get fromChicago to Elwoodby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Elwood by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 511 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Joliet Gateway Centertrain train Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
    2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay L to Mississippi/Deer Runbus bus 511
    2h 25m
    $14–28

  2. Train, line 511 bus via LaSalle Street

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from LaSalle Street to Joliettrain train Ri
    2. Take the bus from Pace Transit Center Bay L to Mississippi/Deer Runbus bus 511
    2h 46m
    $8–11

  3. Drive 48.7 mi

    1. Drive from Chicago to Elwoodcar car 48.7 mi
    1h 7m
    $9–13

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Elwoodtaxi taxi 48.7 mi
    1h 7m
    $120–150

Chicago to Elwood by train and bus

Calendar10Weekly Services
Duration2h 25mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 53.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Elwood, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Elwood. However, you can take the train to Joliet Gateway Center, walk to Pace Transit Center Bay L, then take the line 511 bus to Mississippi/Deer Run. Alternatively, you can drive from Chicago to Elwood in around 1h 7m.

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