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

The cheapest way to get from Effingham to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $40 - $75 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Effingham to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Effingham and Waukegan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Effingham and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Effingham station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Effingham Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Effingham to Waukegan?

The distance between Effingham and Waukegan is 251 miles. The road distance is 245.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Effingham to Waukegan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $60 - $160.

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

The bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan takes 4h 38m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Waukegan bus from?

Effingham to Waukegan bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham station.

Where do I catch the Effingham to Waukegan train from?

Effingham to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Effingham Station.

Train or bus from Effingham to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Effingham to Waukegan is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $60 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Effingham to Waukegan bus arrive?

Effingham to Waukegan bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where does the Effingham to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Effingham to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Effingham to Waukegan is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Effingham to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 38m
$60–160
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Effingham to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0125
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 36m
$41–73
Train
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 56m
$73–140
Drive 244.1 mi
1. Drive from Effingham to Waukegancar 244.1 mi
4h 24m
$45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Effingham Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CMI - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
6h 29m
$77–301

Effingham to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 249.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Lupita's Grocery - Effingham to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan once daily. Tickets cost $60–160 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Effingham Station to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 56m.

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