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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Quincy is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Quincy is to bus and fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $95 - $200.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Quincy?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Quincy station. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Quincy Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Elgin to Quincy?

The distance between Elgin and Quincy is 264 miles. The road distance is 281.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Quincy without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $120 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Elgin to Quincy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Quincy train from?

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

Where does the Elgin to Quincy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Quincy?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Quincy is 281 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Elgin to Quincy.

Where can I stay near Quincy?

There are 13+ hotels available in Quincy.

Elgin to Quincy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elgin to Quincy by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, fly to Quincy Regional 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 Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)plane ORD - UIN
3h 22m
$100–194
Drive 279.7 mi
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1. Drive from Elgin to Quincycar 279.7 mi
5h 14m
$51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Quincy Amtrak Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
6h 46m
$129–252
Bus, fly to Burlington Municipal 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 Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
3. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Quincycar
4h 54m
$72–158

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.1 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Quincy via Chicago Union Station and Quincy Amtrak Station in around 6h 46m.

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