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

The cheapest way to get from Memphis to Elgin is to bus and train which costs $90 - $180 and takes 13h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Memphis to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 5h and costs $70 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Memphis and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Memphis to Elgin. However, there are services departing from 2ND STREET at ADAMS AVENUE and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Memphis Bus Station, Illinois Terminal and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 57m.

How far is it from Memphis to Elgin?

The distance between Memphis and Elgin is 536 miles. The road distance is 547.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Memphis to Elgin without a car is to bus and train via Carbondale which takes 11h 55m and costs $220 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Memphis to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Memphis to Elgin bus from?

Memphis to Elgin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Memphis Bus Station.

Where does the Memphis to Elgin bus arrive?

Memphis to Elgin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Can I drive from Memphis to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Memphis to Elgin is 547 miles. It takes approximately 9h 30m to drive from Memphis to Elgin.

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

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Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 134+ hotels available in Elgin.

Memphis to Elgin - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Memphis to Elgin by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly Memphis to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MEM - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
5h
$70–380
Bus, train via Carbondale
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to Anna - Shellbus
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
11h 55m
$226–457
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0125 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
13h 14m
$91–178
Drive 544 mi
1. Drive from Memphis to Elgincar 544 mi
9h 30m
$100–144
Fly Memphis to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MEM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
5h 49m
$83–443
Bus to Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - West Memphis to Shell Gas Station - Little Rock, ARbus
2. Fly from Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LIT - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
6h 49m
$173–652
Bus
1. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus FlixBus 2510
2. Take the bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield Mallbus 6-Northbound / ...
16h 57m
$153–230

Memphis to Elgin by bus, foot, and train

28Weekly Services

13h 14mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 532.5 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Memphis, TN, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from 2ND STREET at ADAMS AVENUE to Highland Ave & Spring St via Memphis Bus Station, Illinois Terminal, Woodfield Mall, and Northwest Transportation Center in around 16h 57m.

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