What is the cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Downers Grove and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Downers Grove to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Downers Grove and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

The distance between Downers Grove and Waukegan is 58 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

How do I travel from Downers Grove to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Waukegan bus from?

Downers Grove to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Yorktown Center station.

Where do I catch the Downers Grove to Waukegan train from?

Downers Grove to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Downers Grove station.

Train or bus from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can line 322 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Downers Grove to Waukegan bus arrive?

Downers Grove to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Line.

Where does the Downers Grove to Waukegan train arrive?

Downers Grove to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Downers Grove to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Downers Grove to Waukegan is 48 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Downers Grove to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Downers Grove to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 322 bus, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Downers Grove and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Downers Grove to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Main St & Ogden Ave and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Yorktown Center, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Downers Grove to Waukegan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Downers Grove to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
2h 51m
$9–12
Line 322 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Linebus 322
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
3h 53m
$41–136
Drive 47.3 mi
1. Drive from Downers Grove to Waukegancar 47.3 mi
57 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downers Grove to Waukegantaxi 47.3 mi
57 min
$120–150

Downers Grove to Waukegan by train and foot

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.4 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Downers Grove, IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Downers Grove to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St & Ogden Ave to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Yorktown Center, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 3h 53m.

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