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The cheapest and fastest trains from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO

Showing times and prices for Jan 12

Cheapest price

$312

Average price

$312

Fastest journey

19 h 28 m

Average duration

19 h 28 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

1425 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO will cost around $312 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $312.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO without transferring at least once.

Metra
12:28PM19h28
Elgin, IL
07:56AMDenver, CO
$3121One-way
1 transfer

Live departures

Elgin, IL to Denver, CO train times

The table below shows live departures for Elgin, IL to Denver, CO trains for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:39 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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Metra11:55 AM Elgin, IL
20h01
7:56 AM Denver, CO1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO

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Trains from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $316 (€255) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 11:55, the last at 12:28. The fastest train covers the 885 miles (1425 km) distance in 19h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
885 miles (1425 km)
Average train duration
19h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$316 (€255)
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
19h 28m
First train
11:55
Last train
12:28
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Metra from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO trainsMetra trains will get you between Elgin, IL and Denver, CO from $316 (€255). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Metra

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19h 28m
Cheapest Price
$313 (€253)
Metra frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
A stay of three to four days in Denver, CO allows you to explore its main attractions, including the Denver Art Museum, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, and nearby Rocky Mountain National Park, offering a balanced experience of the city and its surroundings.
In Denver, CO, you can catch a baseball game at Coors Field or explore the vibrant Larimer Square for shopping and nightlife. Enjoy nature at City Park or visit the Denver Zoo. For shopping, head to Cherry Creek Shopping Center. Don't miss the Red Rocks Amphitheatre for concerts, the Denver Art Museum for its art collections, the Denver Botanic Gardens for diverse plant displays, Union Station for dining and events, and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science for educational exhibits.
The distance by train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO is 885 miles (1425 km).
The train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO runs once a day and takes approximately 19h 28m.
A day trip from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO is not feasible as the journey duration is 19h 28m and the distance is 885 miles (1425 km). The frequency is 1 per day for trains.
The first train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO leaves at 11:55 AM.
There is no high speed train available from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO.
The last train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO leaves at 12:28 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO.
There is no direct train service currently available from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO.
The train journey from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO offers scenic views as it traverses through diverse landscapes, including the rolling hills of the Midwest and the dramatic plains leading up to the Rocky Mountains, providing passengers with a variety of picturesque vistas.
Train ticket prices from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $316 (€255), while the average price is around $316 (€255).
The cheapest way to get from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO is by train, with a cost of around $316 (€255).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Elgin, IL to Denver, CO.

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