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How to get fromElgin to Waukeganby train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Elgin to Waukegan by train, car, or taxi

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Elgin to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Md-W
    2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain train Up-N
    3h 16m
    $11–14

  2. Drive 38.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Elgin to Waukegancar car 38.8 mi
    58 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Elgin to Waukegantaxi taxi 38.8 mi
    58 min
    $120–150

Elgin to Waukegan by train and foot

Calendar131Weekly Services
Duration3h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$11Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 73 mi
  • Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 16m.

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