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Waukegan to Downtown Chicago trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Waukegan and Downtown Chicago takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 5m. There is an hourly train service from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 18m
Duration
37 mi
Distance
$6
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Waukegan to Downtown Chicago train times

Trains run hourly between Waukegan and Downtown Chicago. The earliest departure is at 4:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Waukegan is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Downtown Chicago at 12:50 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 36.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Downtown Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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