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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Waukesha is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Waukesha is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Rosemont CTA Station, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Elgin to Waukesha?

The distance between Elgin and Waukesha is 126 miles. The road distance is 77.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Waukesha without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Elgin to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Waukesha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Waukesha train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Waukesha?

The best way to get from Elgin to Waukesha is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Elgin to Waukesha bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elgin to Waukesha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Waukesha is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Elgin to Waukesha.

Where can I stay near Waukesha?

There are 82+ hotels available in Waukesha.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 603
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Goerke's Corners Park and Ridebus Wisconsin Coach Lines
4h 45m
$48–55
Drive 77.1 mi
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1. Drive from Elgin to Waukeshacar 77.1 mi
1h 42m
$15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
5h 29m
$46–86

Elgin to Waukesha by bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.9 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Waukesha, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Rosemont CTA Station, Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elgin to E Main Street at N East Avenue via Chicago Union Station, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 5h 29m.

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