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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Ottawa is to line 801 bus and drive which costs $11 - $18 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Ottawa is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $11 - $17.

How far is it from Elgin to Ottawa?

The distance between Elgin and Ottawa is 149 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Ottawa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 15m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Elgin to Ottawa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Elgin to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Ottawa is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Elgin to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 33+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Elgin to Ottawa - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, line 801 bus, and car

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
4h 15m
$107–157
Line 801 bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 to Geneva Metra Stationbus 801
2. Drive from Geneva Metra Station to Ottawacar
1h 56m
$11–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
6h 32m
$74–107
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Ottawacar 63.7 mi
1h 31m
$12–17

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Distance: 148.3 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Elgin to Ottawa. However, you can take the train to Chicago Union Station, take the train to Mendota Station, then take the taxi to Ottawa. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to Ottawa via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Oglesby in around 6h 32m.

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