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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Waukegan is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Waukegan is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Illinois and Waukegan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago OTC and arriving at Waukegan. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Illinois to Waukegan?

The distance between Illinois and Waukegan is 36 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs $5 - $7.

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

The train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan takes 1h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Waukegan train from?

Illinois to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago OTC station.

Where does the Illinois to Waukegan train arrive?

Illinois to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Waukegan station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Waukegan is 41 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Illinois to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 148+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Illinois to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Illinois to Waukegan by train, car, taxi, or subway

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best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
1h 22m
$5–7
Drive 40.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Waukegancar 40.6 mi
51 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chicago to Waukegantaxi 40.6 mi
51 min
$100–130
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Harold Washington Library to Mainsubway Purple Line
2. Take the train from Main St. to Waukegantrain Up-N
2h 19m
$6–11

Illinois to Waukegan by train

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Metra operates a train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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