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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Elgin is to bus and line 554 bus which costs $3 - $6 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Elgin is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Dodge Station and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via O'Hare MMF Bay 8 and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Evanston to Elgin?

The distance between Evanston and Elgin is 49 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $8 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Evanston to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Elgin bus from?

Evanston to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Dodge Station.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Elgin?

The best way to get from Evanston to Elgin is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Evanston to Elgin bus arrive?

Evanston to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at O'Hare MMF Bay 9 station.

Where does the Evanston to Elgin train arrive?

Evanston to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Evanston to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Elgin is 34 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Evanston to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 133+ hotels available in Elgin.

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There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to Elgin by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Evanston to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
2h 28m
$9–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dodge Station to O'Hare MMF Bay 9bus Pulse Dempster Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
2h 46m
$4–6
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Elgincar 33.9 mi
45 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Evanston to Elgintaxi 33.9 mi
45 min
$100–130
Bus, line 554 bus
1. Take the bus from Davis St & Ridge Ave to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 208
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Highland Ave & Spring Stbus 554
3h 23m
$4–6

Evanston to Elgin by train and foot

131Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Evanston to Elgin via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dodge Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via O'Hare MMF Bay 8 and Rosemont CTA Station in around 2h 46m.

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