What is the cheapest way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Addison Station (CTA Red Line) and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Halsted & Addison and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Halsted Orange Line Station, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Addison Station (CTA Red Line) and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Belmont and arriving at Waukegan via Main St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

The distance between Addison Station (CTA Red Line) and Waukegan is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.7 miles.

How do I travel from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $6 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan bus from?

Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Halsted & Addison station.

Where do I catch the Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan train from?

Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Main St. station.

Train or bus from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $6 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs $35 - $140 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan bus arrive?

Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Halsted Orange Line Station.

Where does the Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan train arrive?

Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Waukegan station.

Can I drive from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan is 35 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan.

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Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Main St. to Waukegantrain Up-N
2h 5m
$6–11
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Halsted & Addison to Halsted Orange Line Stationbus 8
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
3h 19m
$38–132
Drive 34.5 mi
1. Drive from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegancar 34.5 mi
48 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegantaxi 34.5 mi
48 min
$90–110
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Addison-Red to Howardsubway Red Line
2. Take the train from Main St. to Waukegantrain Up-N
2h 7m
$6–11

Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Waukegan by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Addison Station (CTA Red Line), IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Main St. to Waukegan hourly. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Addison Station (CTA Red Line) to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Halsted & Addison, Halsted Orange Line Station, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 3h 19m.

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