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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Des Plaines is to line 554 bus and line 208 bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 1m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Center St & Algonquin Rd via Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Des Plaines via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Elgin to Des Plaines?

The distance between Elgin and Des Plaines is 31 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Des Plaines without a car is to bus and line 230 bus which takes 1h 47m and costs $3 - $5.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Elgin to Des Plaines, including transfers.

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

Elgin to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Elgin to Des Plaines is to bus and line 230 bus which takes 1h 47m and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $12 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Elgin to Des Plaines bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Des Plaines train arrive?

Elgin to Des Plaines train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Des Plaines?

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

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 389+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

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

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

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Bus, line 230 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Center St & Algonquin Rdbus 230
1h 47m
$4–5
Line 554 bus, line 208 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago St & Spring St to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 554
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to River Rd & Miner Stbus 208
2h 1m
$3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
2h 21m
$10–12
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Des Plainescar 22.9 mi
29 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Des Plainestaxi 22.9 mi
29 min
$70–90

Elgin to Des Plaines by bus

95Weekly Buses

1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.7 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Center St & Algonquin Rd via Rosemont CTA Station in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Des Plaines via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 21m.

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