What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to Gurnee?

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Gurnee is to line 550 bus and line 806 bus and line 570 bus which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to Gurnee?

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Gurnee is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Elgin to Gurnee?

The distance between Elgin and Gurnee is 78 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

How do I travel from Elgin to Gurnee without a car?

The best way to get from Elgin to Gurnee without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $11 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Elgin to Gurnee?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Elgin to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Gurnee bus from?

Elgin to Gurnee bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Gurnee train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Gurnee?

The best way to get from Elgin to Gurnee is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $11 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 550 bus and line 806 bus and line 570 bus, which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Elgin to Gurnee bus arrive?

Elgin to Gurnee bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Crystal Lake Metra Station.

Where does the Elgin to Gurnee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Gurnee is 36 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Elgin to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 171+ hotels available in Gurnee.

Elgin to Gurnee - 4 ways to travel via train, line 550 bus, and line 806 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 and arriving at Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via Crystal Lake Metra Station, Rollins/Lakeland Plaza Entrance and College of Lake County. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Gurnee by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 53m
$12–17
Line 550 bus, line 806 bus, line 570 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 to Crystal Lake Metra Stationbus 550
2. Take the bus from Crystal Lake Metra Station to Fox Lake Town Centerbus 806
3. Take the bus from Rollins/Lakeland Plaza Entrance to College of Lake Countybus 570
5h 20m
$6–9
Drive 36.2 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Gurneecar 36.2 mi
54 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Gurneetaxi 36.2 mi
54 min
$110–140

Elgin to Gurnee by train, foot, and bus

131Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Union Station, Chicago OTC, Waukegan, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 to Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via Crystal Lake Metra Station, Fox Lake Town Center, Rollins/Lakeland Plaza Entrance, and College of Lake County in around 5h 20m.

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