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How to get fromElgin to Lake Zurichby bus, train, taxi, or car

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

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  1. Line 550 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 to Crystal Lake Metra Stationbus bus 550
    2. Take the train from Crystal Lake to Barringtontrain train Up-Nw
    1h 51m
    $24–32

  2. Drive 18.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Elgin to Lake Zurichcar car 18.2 mi
    25 min
    $4–5

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Lake Zurichtaxi taxi 18.2 mi
    25 min
    $55–75

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 35.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Lake Zurich, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Elgin to Lake Zurich. However, you can take the line 550 bus to Crystal Lake Metra Station, walk to Crystal Lake, take the train to Barrington, then take the taxi to Lake Zurich. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Lake Zurich.

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