Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Shell Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Shell Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Shell Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Shell Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Shell Station | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Elgin
The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Elgin?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Elgin start from £13. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Elgin?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Elgin is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 33 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Elgin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Elgin?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Elgin at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Elgin?
A bus journey from Chicago to Elgin produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Elgin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Elgin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Elgin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Elgin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Elgin, IL, US was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £59To 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 £59 to £59 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 £59, which is on 2025-12-04.
