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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Louisville is to train and bus via Chicago which costs $50 - $110 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Louisville is to bus and fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $70 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Louisville?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Louisville. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Louisville, KY via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Elgin to Louisville?

The distance between Elgin and Louisville is 322 miles. The road distance is 328.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Louisville without a car is to train and bus via Chicago which takes 8h 56m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Elgin to Louisville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Louisville bus from?

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

Where does the Elgin to Louisville bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Elgin and Louisville?

Louisville is 1h ahead of Elgin. It is currently 12:57 AM in Elgin and 1:57 AM in Louisville.

Can I drive from Elgin to Louisville?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Louisville is 329 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Elgin to Louisville.

How do I get a bus ticket from Elgin to Louisville?

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Where can I stay near Louisville?

There are 606+ hotels available in Louisville.

Elgin to Louisville - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Elgin to Louisville by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane ORD - SDF
4h 26m
$71–432
Train, bus via Chicago
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
8h 56m
$55–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
10h 36m
$88–182
Drive 326.7 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Louisvillecar 326.7 mi
5h 48m
$60–87
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ORD - LEX
3. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Louisvillecar
4h 35m
$118–678
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MDW - SDF
5h 39m
$89–565
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
10h 7m
$58–72

Elgin to Louisville by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 56mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 320.1 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Louisville, KY, USA?

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Louisville, KY via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 7m.

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