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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Waukegan?

The distance between Indianapolis and Waukegan is 223 miles. The road distance is 220.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 56m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Waukegan bus from?

Indianapolis to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Waukegan train from?

Indianapolis to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train or bus from Indianapolis to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $190 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Waukegan bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 7:23 PM in Indianapolis and 6:23 PM in Waukegan.

Where does the Indianapolis to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Waukegan is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Indianapolis to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 144+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Indianapolis to Waukegan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Indianapolis to Waukegan by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 56m
$37–65
Train
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 5m
$72–138
Drive 219.6 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Waukegancar 219.6 mi
4h 1m
$41–58
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
5h 37m
$54–334
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
6h 50m
$68–181
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 55m
$429–1,314

Indianapolis to Waukegan by bus, foot, and train

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5h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 6h 50m.

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