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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Waukegan is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from DeKalb to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Dekalb and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between DeKalb and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from DeKalb to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Elburn and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Waukegan?

The distance between DeKalb and Waukegan is 98 miles. The road distance is 66.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $8 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from DeKalb to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Waukegan bus from?

DeKalb to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where do I catch the DeKalb to Waukegan train from?

DeKalb to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elburn station.

Train or bus from DeKalb to Waukegan?

The best way to get from DeKalb to Waukegan is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $8 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the DeKalb to Waukegan bus arrive?

DeKalb to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the DeKalb to Waukegan train arrive?

DeKalb to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Waukegan is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from DeKalb to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

DeKalb to Waukegan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from DeKalb to Waukegan by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
4h 27m
$8–19
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrison & Jefferson to Cicero & 24th Place Terminalbus 60
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
4h 40m
$65–170
Drive 66.3 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Waukegancar 66.3 mi
1h 39m
$13–18

DeKalb to Waukegan by bus and train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Locust St at N 6th St - EB Stop #624 to Waukegan via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, Elburn, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dekalb to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 40m.

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