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

The cheapest way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $50 - $110 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to fly and drive which takes 5h 13m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Dearborn and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dearborn to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Michigan & Schaefer and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Dearborn, Jackson & Clinton, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Dearborn and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Dearborn to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Dearborn and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Dearborn to Waukegan?

The distance between Dearborn and Waukegan is 312 miles. The road distance is 312.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs $95 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Dearborn to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dearborn to Waukegan bus from?

Dearborn to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Where do I catch the Dearborn to Waukegan train from?

Dearborn to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Train or bus from Dearborn to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs $95 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $280 and takes 9h.

Where does the Dearborn to Waukegan bus arrive?

Dearborn to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Dearborn and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Dearborn. It is currently 11:19 AM in Dearborn and 10:19 AM in Waukegan.

Where does the Dearborn to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dearborn to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dearborn to Waukegan is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Dearborn to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 148+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Dearborn to Waukegan - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Dearborn to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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1. Take the train from Dearborn to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
8h 3m
$95–192
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
9h 56m
$54–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dearborn to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
9h
$133–278
Drive 310.9 mi
1. Drive from Dearborn to Waukegancar 310.9 mi
5h 30m
$57–82
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
5h 40m
$139–474
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 53m
$159–664
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DTW - MSN
2. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Waukegancar
5h 13m
$107–582
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
6h 16m
$612–1,021
Fly to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)plane DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Millennium Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
7h 52m
$93–577

Dearborn to Waukegan by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 310.3 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Dearborn, MI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Michigan & Schaefer to Waukegan via Dearborn Transit Center, Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 8h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Michigan & Schaefer to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 9h.

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