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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Sterling is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Sterling is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Sterling?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Sterling. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Dixon Reagan Transit Center via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Elgin to Sterling?

The distance between Elgin and Sterling is 162 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Sterling without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Elgin to Sterling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Sterling bus from?

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

Where does the Elgin to Sterling bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Sterling?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Sterling is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Elgin to Sterling.

Where can I stay near Sterling?

There are 10+ hotels available in Sterling.

Elgin to Sterling - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Elgin to Sterling by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
5h 41m
$72–107
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elgin to Sterlingcar 83.6 mi
1h 41m
$16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
6h 25m
$74–112

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Sterling via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, Chicago Bus Station, and Dixon Reagan Transit Center in around 6h 25m.

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