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How to get fromGurnee to Lake Forestby bus, train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gurnee to Lake Forest by bus, train, taxi, or car

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  1. Line 565 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave to Waukegan Metra Stationbus bus 565
    2. Take the train from Waukegan to Lake Forest.train train Up-N
    1h 4m
    $5–7

  2. Drive 9.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Gurnee to Lake Forestcar car 9.5 mi
    14 min
    $2–3

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Gurnee to Lake Foresttaxi taxi 9.5 mi
    14 min
    $27–33

Gurnee to Lake Forest by bus and train

Calendar160Weekly Services
Duration1h 4mAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 12 mi
  • Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Gurnee, IL, USA and Lake Forest, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Gurnee to Lake Forest. However, you can take the line 565 bus to Waukegan Metra Station, walk to Waukegan, then take the train to Lake Forest.. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Lake Forest.

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