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

The cheapest way to get from Wilmette to Elgin is to line 208 bus and line 554 bus which costs $5 - $9 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wilmette to Elgin is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Wilmette and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Wilmette to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Central Street & Prospect and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Old Orchard Mall - Macy's and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Wilmette and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Wilmette to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Wilmette and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Wilmette to Elgin?

The distance between Wilmette and Elgin is 52 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wilmette to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $9 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Wilmette to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Elgin bus from?

Wilmette to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Old Orchard Mall - Macy's station.

Where do I catch the Wilmette to Elgin train from?

Wilmette to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, depart from Wilmette station.

Train or bus from Wilmette to Elgin?

The best way to get from Wilmette to Elgin is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $9 - $12. Alternatively, you can line 208 bus and line 554 bus, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Wilmette to Elgin bus arrive?

Wilmette to Elgin bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Northwest Transportation Center station.

Where does the Wilmette to Elgin train arrive?

Wilmette to Elgin train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Wilmette to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Wilmette to Elgin is 32 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Wilmette to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 140+ hotels available in Elgin.

Wilmette to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 208 bus, and line 554 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wilmette to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
2h 34m
$9–12
Line 208 bus, line 554 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Orchard Mall - Macy's to Northwest Transportation Centerbus 208
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Highland Ave & Spring Stbus 554
3h 35m
$6–8
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from Wilmette to Elgincar 31.9 mi
41 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wilmette to Elgintaxi 31.9 mi
41 min
$100–120

Wilmette to Elgin by train and foot

131Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Wilmette to Elgin via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Street & Prospect to Highland Ave & Spring St via Old Orchard Mall - Macy's and Northwest Transportation Center in around 3h 35m.

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