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How to get fromElgin to DeKalbby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Elgin to DeKalb by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 801 bus, train, line 12 bus

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    1. Take the bus from State St & Locust St to Geneva Metra Stationbus bus 801
    2. Take the train from Geneva to Elburntrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572bus bus 12
    3h 4m
    $6–16

  2. Drive 29.5 mi

    1. Drive from Elgin to DeKalbcar car 29.5 mi
    45 min
    $6–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Elgin to DeKalbtaxi taxi 29.5 mi
    45 min
    $90–120

Elgin to DeKalb by bus and train

Calendar55Weekly Services
Duration3h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 42.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Elgin to DeKalb. However, you can take the line 801 bus to Geneva Metra Station, walk to Geneva, take the train to Elburn, walk to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, then take the line 12 bus to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572. Alternatively, you can drive from Elgin to DeKalb in around 45 min.

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