What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Iowa City to Waukegan?

The distance between Iowa City and Waukegan is 261 miles. The road distance is 227.1 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 53m and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Iowa City to Waukegan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Waukegan is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Iowa City to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Iowa City to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Waukegan by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
6h 53m
$42–75
Drive 225.8 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Waukegancar 225.8 mi
4h 21m
$42–60
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Iowa City to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)car
2. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BRL - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 46m
$76–163
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
7h 24m
$47–250
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
7h 22m

Iowa City to Waukegan by bus, foot, and train

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6h 53mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Waukegan. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Washington & Jefferson, take the bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Waukegan. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Waukegan in around 4h 21m.

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