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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Covington to Elgin. Traveling by bus from Covington to Elgin usually takes around 36 hours, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 35 hours and 19.8 minutes.
| Distance | 806 mi (1296 km) |
| Shortest duration | 35h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $192.17 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Covington to Elgin?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Covington to Elgin. Tornado Bus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 1d 11h 50m | $192.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 36 hours to cover the 1296 kilometers from Covington to Elgin. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 hours and 19.8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00am. To see the times for all buses from Covington to Elgin, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Covington?
Main departure station: Exxon Gas Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Covington.
All bus stations in Covington:
Exxon Gas Station
Where does the bus arrive in Elgin?
Main arrival station: 352 S Liberty St
All buses from Covington arrive at one main station in Elgin.
Bus stations in Elgin:
352 S Liberty St
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