Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chicago, IL | Elgin, (IL - Elgin, IL(Sofia Envios and Services) ) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:18 AM CST.
Get from Chicago to Elgin
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
3bus per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
53 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US by bus
What is the distance between Chicago and Elgin?
Chicago and Elgin are 63 km (39 miles) apart.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $109 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-26.
