What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $45 - $85 and takes 7h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Jackson & Clinton, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Waukegan is 281 miles. The road distance is 281.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs $85 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus from?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Waukegan train from?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs $85 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 11:02 AM in Ann Arbor and 10:02 AM in Waukegan.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Waukegan train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Waukegan is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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There are 8 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
6h 23m
$87–170
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 38m
$45–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
7h 20m
$124–252
Drive 280.2 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegancar 280.2 mi
4h 51m
$52–74
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 15m
$60–330
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
5h 49m
$144–489
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
6h 2m
$144–679
Bus to Detroit, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
6h 28m
$617–1,036

Ann Arbor to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 279.1 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 20m.

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