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How to Travel from

St. Louis to Elgin

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17
Plane from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$282.61
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$521.74

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$402.17
Plane from Decatur Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$217.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$391.30
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57

GoJet Airlines

Website:
gojetairlines.com/
Plane from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$20.65–$239.13

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from St. Louis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.52–$119.57
Train from St. Louis to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$76.09

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 St Louis Bus Station to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$108.70

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:
$2.61–$3.70

Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express

Phone:
(866) 912 6224
Website:
coachusa.com/wisconsin-coach?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAt4C-BhBcEiwA8Kp0Cc3RRg_kOdc3CzsoiFSe4BX-r10-kIOeuDNMfsAKsG5uubvoAmxcrRoC5LwQAvD_BwE
Bus from Milwaukee Airport to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.52–$34.78

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.57–$50.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Elgin is to drive which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Elgin. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at Highland Ave & Spring St via Illinois Terminal and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.

Is there a direct train between St. Louis and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from St. Louis to Elgin. However, there are services departing from St. Louis and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Elgin?

The distance between St. Louis and Elgin is 511 km. The road distance is 472.8 km.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $35.87 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Elgin?

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from St. Louis to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Elgin bus from?

St. Louis to Elgin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Elgin train from?

St. Louis to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Train or bus from St. Louis to Elgin?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Elgin is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs $35.87 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $163.04 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the St. Louis to Elgin bus arrive?

St. Louis to Elgin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where does the St. Louis to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St. Louis to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Elgin is 473 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from St. Louis 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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