What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin is to line 303 bus and bus which costs $2 - $5 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose Park and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose Park to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Broadway Ave & Division St and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose Park and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose Park to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Franklin Park and arriving at Elgin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Melrose Park to Elgin?

The distance between Melrose Park and Elgin is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose Park to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Melrose Park to Elgin?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Melrose Park to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to Elgin bus from?

Melrose Park to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Broadway Ave & Division St station.

Where do I catch the Melrose Park to Elgin train from?

Melrose Park to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, depart from Franklin Park station.

Train or bus from Melrose Park to Elgin?

The best way to get from Melrose Park to Elgin is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can line 303 bus and bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Melrose Park to Elgin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melrose Park to Elgin train arrive?

Melrose Park to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Elgin station.

Can I drive from Melrose Park to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose Park to Elgin is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Melrose Park to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 130+ hotels available in Elgin.

Melrose Park to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Franklin Park to Elgintrain Md-W
1h 37m
$6–8
Line 303 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadway Ave & Division St to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 303
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
1h 45m
$3–5
Drive 25.1 mi
1. Drive from Melrose Park to Elgincar 25.1 mi
38 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melrose Park to Elgintaxi 25.1 mi
38 min
$80–100

Melrose Park to Elgin by bus and train

126Weekly Services

1h 37mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Melrose Park, IL, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Franklin Park to Elgin hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway Ave & Division St to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Rosemont CTA Station in around 1h 45m.

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