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

The cheapest way to get from Gurnee to Elgin is to line 806 bus and line 550 bus which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gurnee to Elgin is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Gurnee and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Gurnee to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Gurnee to Elgin?

The distance between Gurnee and Elgin is 78 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gurnee to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs $11 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Gurnee to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gurnee to Elgin bus from?

Gurnee to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Fox Lake Town Center station.

Where do I catch the Gurnee to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Gurnee to Elgin?

The best way to get from Gurnee to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs $11 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 806 bus and line 550 bus, which costs $6 - $10 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Gurnee to Elgin bus arrive?

Gurnee to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Crystal Lake Metra Station.

Where does the Gurnee to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gurnee to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Gurnee to Elgin is 36 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Gurnee to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 136+ hotels available in Elgin.

Gurnee to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 806 bus, and line 550 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Gurnee and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Gurnee to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Grand Ave & Ferndale St and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop A via College of Lake County, Fox Lake Town Center and Crystal Lake Metra Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gurnee to Elgin by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
4h 8m
$12–16
Line 806 bus, line 550 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fox Lake Town Center to Crystal Lake Metra Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Crystal Lake Metra Station to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Abus 550
5h 53m
$6–10
Drive 36.1 mi
1. Drive from Gurnee to Elgincar 36.1 mi
54 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gurnee to Elgintaxi 36.1 mi
54 min
$110–140

Gurnee to Elgin by bus, train, and foot

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.3 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave to Elgin via Waukegan Metra Station, Waukegan, Chicago OTC, and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Ave & Ferndale St to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop A via College of Lake County, Rollins/Lakeland Plaza Entrance, Fox Lake Town Center, and Crystal Lake Metra Station in around 5h 53m.

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