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How to Travel from

California to Elgin

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$315.22

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$760.87
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$423.91–$978.26
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$532.61
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$380.43

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$358.70
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$304.35
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$304.35

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$434.78
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$521.74
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$402.17
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$380.43

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.65–$304.35
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$184.78

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$391.30
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$467.39
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$402.17
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$500.00
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$235.54–$235.71

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
43h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.70–$8.15

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St
Ave. Duration:
40h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$706.52
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$163.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from California to Elgin is to fly which costs $141.30 - $315.22 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Elgin is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $59.78 - $1847.83 .

Is there a direct train between California and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from California to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 15m.

How far is it from California to Elgin?

The distance between California and Elgin is 2820 km. The road distance is 3196.6 km.

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

The best way to get from California to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 45h 15m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from California to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Elgin train from?

California to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Elgin?

The best way to get from California to Elgin is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $59.78 - $1847.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $597.83 and takes 45h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $195.65 - $923.91 and takes 2 days 3h.

What is the time difference between California and Elgin?

Elgin is 2h ahead of California. It is currently 11:10 in California and 13:10 in Elgin.

Where does the California to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Elgin is 3197 km. It takes approximately 30h 56m to drive from California to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 133+ hotels available in Elgin. Prices start at $38.21 per night.
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