What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Wauconda?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Wauconda is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Wauconda?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Wauconda is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Wauconda?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Wauconda. However, there are services departing from Madison & Dearborn/State and arriving at Hawthorn Mall via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Golf Mill Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Wauconda?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago to Wauconda. However, there are services departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Fox River Grove via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Chicago to Wauconda?

The distance between Chicago and Wauconda is 45 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Wauconda without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Wauconda without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $30 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Wauconda?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Chicago to Wauconda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Wauconda bus from?

Chicago to Wauconda bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), depart from Madison & Dearborn/State station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Wauconda train from?

Chicago to Wauconda train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Train or bus from Chicago to Wauconda?

The best way to get from Chicago to Wauconda is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and line 272 bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Chicago to Wauconda bus arrive?

Chicago to Wauconda bus services, operated by Chicago Transit (CTA), arrive at Jefferson Park Transit Center station.

Where does the Chicago to Wauconda train arrive?

Chicago to Wauconda train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Fox River Grove station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Wauconda?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Wauconda is 40 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Chicago to Wauconda.

Where can I stay near Wauconda?

There are 168+ hotels available in Wauconda.

Chicago to Wauconda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, and line 272 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Wauconda by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Fox River Grovetrain Up-Nw
1h 22m
$33–42
Drive 39.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Waucondacar 39.3 mi
56 min
$8–11
Line 56 bus, line 272 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison & Dearborn/State to Jefferson Park Transit Centerbus 56
2. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Hawthorn Mallbus 272
3h 17m
$34–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Waucondataxi 39.3 mi
56 min
$100–130

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Wauconda, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Fox River Grove hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison & Dearborn/State to Wauconda via Jefferson Park Transit Center, Golf Mill Station, and Hawthorn Mall in around 3h 17m.

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