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How to get fromChicago to Waukeganby train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago to Waukegan by train, car, or taxi

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      train train 1h 20m • Direct

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      train train 1h 13m • Direct

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      train train 1h 22m • Direct

  2. Drive  40.6 mi

    1. Drive from Chicago to Waukegancar car 40.6 mi
    51 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Waukegantaxi taxi 40.6 mi
    51 min
    $100–130

Chicago to Waukegan by train

Calendar155Weekly Trains
Duration1h 22mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 36 mi
  • Duration: 1h 22m

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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