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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Windsor is to train and bus which costs $65 - $130 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Windsor is to bus and fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Windsor?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Windsor. However, there are services departing from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 and arriving at Larned & Griswold via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Chicago Union Station and Dearborn Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Windsor?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Windsor. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Congress St via Chicago Union Station and Baltimore St - Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Elgin to Windsor?

The distance between Elgin and Windsor is 458 km. The road distance is 521.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Windsor without a car is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs $120 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Elgin to Windsor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Windsor bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Elgin to Windsor train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Windsor?

The best way to get from Elgin to Windsor is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs $120 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $210 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Elgin to Windsor bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Elgin and Windsor?

Windsor is 1h ahead of Elgin. It is currently 4:33 PM in Elgin and 5:33 PM in Windsor.

Where does the Elgin to Windsor train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elgin to Windsor?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Windsor is 521 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Elgin to Windsor.

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

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Where can I stay near Windsor?

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There are 8 ways to get from Elgin to Windsor by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), train, car, subway, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
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 Detroit (DTW)plane ORD - DTW
4h 32m
$220–965
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
8h 31m
$68–129
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
8h 9m
$128–269
Drive 521.1 km
1. Drive from Elgin to Windsorcar 521.1 km
5h 29m
$104–150
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the subway from LaSalle/Van Buren to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)plane MDW - DTW
5h 45m
$204–669
Bus, bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Mitchell Airportbus
3. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)plane MKE - DTW
6h 19m
$906–1,462
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont CTA Stationbus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
5h 43m
$75–425
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 Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 54m
$144–209

Elgin to Windsor by train and tram

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8h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 457.9 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Windsor, ON, Canada?

You can take a train from Elgin to Congress St via Chicago Union Station, Detroit, and Baltimore St - Southbound in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Larned & Griswold via Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 8h 54m.

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