What is the cheapest way to get from Columbus to Gurnee?

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Gurnee is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus to Gurnee?

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Gurnee is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct train between Columbus and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from Columbus station to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Columbus Amtrak Station and arriving at Libertyville via Glenview. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Columbus to Gurnee?

The distance between Columbus and Gurnee is 159 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

How do I travel from Columbus to Gurnee without a car?

The best way to get from Columbus to Gurnee without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $65 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Columbus to Gurnee?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Columbus to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Gurnee train from?

Columbus to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbus Amtrak Station.

Where does the Columbus to Gurnee train arrive?

Columbus to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Glenview Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Columbus to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Gurnee is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Columbus to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 175+ hotels available in Gurnee.

Columbus to Gurnee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbus to Gurnee by train (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Glenview Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
3h 47m
$68–119
Drive 107.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbus to Gurneecar 107.6 mi
2h 29m
$20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Milwaukeetrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 43m
$58–176
Train, bus via Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Milwaukeetrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
5h 34m
$34–67

Columbus to Gurnee by train and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.8 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Columbus, WI, USA and Gurnee, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Glenview Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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