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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Elgin
    Destination location: Shell Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Elgin
    Destination location: Shell Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Elgin
    Destination location: Shell Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Elgin
    Destination location: Shell Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Chinatown
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Elgin
    Destination location: Shell Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus New York City to Elgin: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$197
Average bus trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure05:50
Distance746 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Elgin Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Elgin, IL, US

  1. What's the distance between New York City and Elgin by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Elgin by coach covers an approximate distance of 748 miles (1205 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from New York City to Elgin without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Elgin was searched and found on 16 Jul 2025 with a price of US$198

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Elgin as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$198 to US$198 for a bus ticket from New York City to Elgin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$198, which is on 2025-07-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York City and Elgin!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Elgin, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York City to Elgin.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to Elgin while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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