Elgin, IL is located in the northern part of Illinois, about 40 miles northwest of Chicago. The city is home to over 112,000 inhabitants and has a variety of public transportation options for residents and visitors alike. Elgin offers commuter rail service to downtown Chicago via Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest Line as well as several bus routes operated by Pace Suburban Bus Service. The city also operates its own dial-a-ride service for seniors and people with disabilities. For those seeking alternative transportation, bike paths are available throughout the city, and the Fox River Trail is a popular route for runners, bikers, walkers and more. There are also several taxi companies and ride share services such as Lyft and Uber that provide convenient on demand transport from place to place. With so many options available, there's no doubt that Elgin provides quality transportation for its citizens and visitors alike.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Elgin takes 28.4 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Elgin get to work:
- 79.8% drive their own car alone
- 11.3% carpool with others
- 3.3% work from home
- 2.5% take mass transit