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

The cheapest way to get from Peoria to Elgin is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peoria to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Peoria and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Peoria to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Peoria and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Peoria to Elgin?

The distance between Peoria and Elgin is 195 miles. The road distance is 139.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peoria to Elgin without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Peoria to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peoria to Elgin bus from?

Peoria to Elgin bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Peoria station.

Where does the Peoria to Elgin bus arrive?

Peoria to Elgin bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Can I drive from Peoria to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Peoria to Elgin is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Peoria to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 126+ hotels available in Elgin.

Peoria to Elgin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Peoria to Elgin by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Peoria to Woodfield Mallbus Peoria line
6h 25m
$47–64
Drive 138.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peoria to Elgincar 138.6 mi
3h 7m
$26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain
6h 47m
$71–139
Fly from Peoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PIA - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
4h 2m
$35–240
Bus to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Springfieldbus
2. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus
5h 15m
$70–298

Peoria to Elgin by bus and foot

12Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.3 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Peoria Charter Coach Company operates a bus from Peoria to Woodfield Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $46–60 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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