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

The cheapest way to get from Racine to Elgin is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Racine to Elgin is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Racine and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Racine to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Marquette and 6th and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D via Mitchell Airport and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Racine and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Racine station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Sturtevant Amtrak Station and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Racine to Elgin?

The distance between Racine and Elgin is 111 miles. The road distance is 65.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Racine to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Racine to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Racine to Elgin bus from?

Racine to Elgin bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Marquette and 6th station.

Where do I catch the Racine to Elgin train from?

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

Train or bus from Racine to Elgin?

The best way to get from Racine to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Racine to Elgin bus arrive?

Racine to Elgin bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Mitchell Airport station.

Where does the Racine to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Racine to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Racine to Elgin is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Racine to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 43+ hotels available in Elgin.

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There are 4 ways to get from Racine to Elgin by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sturtevant Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
4h 27m
$37–64
Drive 65.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Racine to Elgincar 65.3 mi
1h 34m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marquette and 6th to Mitchell Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus 603
4h 49m
$44–58
Train via Kenosha
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
4h 57m
$15–22

Racine to Elgin by bus and train

5Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Racine, WI, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Marquette St & 6th St to Elgin via Amtrak Station, Sturtevant Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marquette and 6th to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop D via Mitchell Airport, O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D in around 4h 49m.

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