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How to get fromUnited Center to Elginby train, bus, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Western Ave to Elgintrain train Md-W
    1h 30m
    $5–7

  2. Line 56 bus, bus

    1. Take the bus from Jefferson & Washington to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus bus 56
    2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus bus 603
    2h 55m
    $6–12

  3. Drive 36.3 mi

    1. Drive from United Center to Elgincar car 36.3 mi
    50 min
    $7–10

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from United Center to Elgintaxi taxi 36.3 mi
    50 min
    $110–140

United Center to Elgin by foot, bus, and subway

Calendar117Weekly Services
Duration2h 55mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 34.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between United Center, IL, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Western Ave to Elgin hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from United Center to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via Madison & United Center, Jefferson & Washington, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Jefferson Park, Rosemont, and Rosemont CTA Station in around 2h 55m.

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