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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Elgin is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Mattoon and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Mattoon station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Mattoon Amtrak Station and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Mattoon to Elgin?

The distance between Mattoon and Elgin is 211 miles. The road distance is 196.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Mattoon to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mattoon to Elgin train from?

Mattoon to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mattoon Amtrak Station.

Where does the Mattoon to Elgin train arrive?

Mattoon to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Mattoon to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Elgin is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Mattoon to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 137+ hotels available in Elgin.

Mattoon to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Mattoon to Elgin by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
5h 20m
$51–109
Drive 195.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mattoon to Elgincar 195.5 mi
3h 59m
$36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus 603
7h 14m
$61–95
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus
4h 46m
$64–297

Mattoon to Elgin by train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.4 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 5h 20m.

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