What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

The fastest way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois State University and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois State University station to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via Northwest Transportation Center, Golf Mill Station, Hawthorn Mall and College of Lake County. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Illinois State University and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from Illinois State University to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

The distance between Illinois State University and Gurnee is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois State University to Gurnee without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois State University to Gurnee bus from?

Illinois State University to Gurnee bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Illinois State University to Gurnee train from?

Illinois State University to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

The best way to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 208 bus and line 272 bus and line 574 bus and line 565 bus, which costs $50 - $70 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Illinois State University to Gurnee bus arrive?

Illinois State University to Gurnee bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Woodfield Mall station.

Where does the Illinois State University to Gurnee train arrive?

Illinois State University to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Illinois State University to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois State University to Gurnee is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Illinois State University to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 157+ hotels available in Gurnee.

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There are 4 ways to get from Illinois State University to Gurnee by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 27m
$77–118
Drive 160.9 mi
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1. Drive from Illinois State University to Gurneecar 160.9 mi
2h 49m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
8h 40m
$46–68
Bus, line 208 bus, line 272 bus, line 574 bus, line 565 bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Woodfield Mallbus
2. Take the bus from Northwest Transportation Center to Golf Mill Stationbus 208
3. Take the bus from Golf Mill Station to Hawthorn Mallbus 272
4. Take the bus from Hawthorn Mall to College of Lake Countybus 574
5. Take the bus from College of Lake County to Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Avebus 565
8h 57m
$50–68

Illinois State University to Gurnee by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Illinois State University, IL, USA and Gurnee, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Illinois State University to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Bloomington-Normal, Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Waukegan, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Illinois State University to Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave via Uptown Station, Woodfield Mall, Northwest Transportation Center, Golf Mill Station, Hawthorn Mall, and College of Lake County in around 8h 57m.

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