What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin is to line 230 bus and bus which costs $2 - $5 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Elgin. However, there are services departing from White St & Algonquin Rd and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Des Plaines and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Des Plaines to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Des Plaines and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Elgin?

The distance between Des Plaines and Elgin is 30 miles. The road distance is 22.9 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin without a car is to line 230 bus and bus which takes 1h 38m and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Elgin?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Des Plaines to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Elgin bus from?

Des Plaines to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from White St & Algonquin Rd station.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Elgin train from?

Des Plaines to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, depart from Des Plaines station.

Train or bus from Des Plaines to Elgin?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Elgin is to line 230 bus and bus which takes 1h 38m and costs $2 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $12 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Elgin bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.

Where does the Des Plaines to Elgin train arrive?

Des Plaines to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Elgin is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Des Plaines to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 140+ hotels available in Elgin.

Des Plaines to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, line 230 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Plaines to Elgin by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 230 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from White St & Algonquin Rd to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 230
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
1h 38m
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
2h 37m
$9–12
Drive 22.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Elgincar 22.8 mi
29 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Plaines to Elgintaxi 22.8 mi
29 min
$70–90
Line 208 bus, line 554 bus
1. Take the bus from Des Plaines Metra Station to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 208
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Highland Ave & Spring Stbus 554
2h 21m
$3–5

Des Plaines to Elgin by bus

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Distance: 30 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Des Plaines, IL, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from White St & Algonquin Rd to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Rosemont CTA Station in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Des Plaines to Elgin via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 37m.

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