What is the cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Bloomington and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Bloomington to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Waukegan?

The distance between Bloomington and Waukegan is 161 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bloomington to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Bloomington to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Bloomington to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Waukegan bus from?

Bloomington to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Waukegan train from?

Bloomington to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Bloomington to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Bloomington to Waukegan is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $200 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Bloomington to Waukegan bus arrive?

Bloomington to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Oakbrook Mall station.

Where does the Bloomington to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bloomington to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Waukegan is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Bloomington to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 147+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Bloomington to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bloomington to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
4h 24m
$47–91
Drive 162.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to Waukegancar 162.7 mi
2h 55m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
6h 7m
$85–196
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 23m
$37–233
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
8h 13m
$40–70

Bloomington to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uptown Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 6h 7m.

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