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How to Travel from

Columbus to Elgin

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$636.93

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$280.25
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$343.94

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$585.98

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$267.51

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Toledo to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$127.39

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.08–$9.55

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbus to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$108.28

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$114.65
Bus from Columbus to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$89.17

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$89.17

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.20

Reindeer Shuttle

Phone:
+1 765-637-5124
Website:
reindeershuttle.com
Bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$80.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Elgin is to bus and train which costs $32.61 - $108.70 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $81.52 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 via CityBus Center: BUS215, Purdue Memorial Union, O'Hare MMF Bay 8 and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Columbus to Elgin?

The distance between Columbus and Elgin is 534 km. The road distance is 631 km.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Elgin without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 22m and costs $32.61 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Columbus to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Elgin bus from?

Columbus to Elgin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Columbus station.

Where does the Columbus to Elgin bus arrive?

Columbus to Elgin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Lafayette Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Elgin?

Elgin is 1h behind Columbus. It is currently 02:53 in Columbus and 01:53 in Elgin.

Can I drive from Columbus to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Elgin is 631 km. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Columbus to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 137+ hotels available in Elgin. Prices start at $37.02 per night.
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