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

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Elgin is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Elgin is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $11 - $17.

How far is it from Ottawa to Elgin?

The distance between Ottawa and Elgin is 149 miles. The road distance is 64.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottawa to Elgin without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 29m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Ottawa to Elgin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Elgin is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Ottawa to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 125+ hotels available in Elgin.

Ottawa to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and line 801 bus

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ottawa to Mendota Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
4h 29m
$108–154
Drive, line 801 bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottawa to Geneva Metra Stationcar
2. Take the bus from Geneva Metra Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1bus 801
2h 3m
$11–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
6h 48m
$74–106
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Ottawa to Elgincar 63.7 mi
1h 31m
$12–17

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Ottawa to Elgin. However, you can take the taxi to Mendota Station, take the train to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Elgin. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ottawa to Elgin via Oglesby, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 48m.

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