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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Elgin is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Elgin is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Princeton Station and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Princeton to Elgin?

The distance between Princeton and Elgin is 130 miles. The road distance is 96.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton to Elgin without a car is to train and line 330 bus and bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Princeton to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Elgin train from?

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

Where does the Princeton to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Elgin is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Princeton to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 135+ hotels available in Elgin.

Princeton to Elgin - 3 ways to travel via train, line 330 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton to Elgin by train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, line 330 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to La Grange Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from La Grange/Burlington Ave. to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 330
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
4h 6m
$32–64
Drive 95.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton to Elgincar 95.7 mi
2h 6m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Princeton Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
4h 14m
$38–75

Princeton to Elgin by train and bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Station to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 4h 14m.

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