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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Waukegan is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Waukegan is to fly and train which takes 4h 35m and costs $60 - $280.

How far is it from Iowa to Waukegan?

The distance between Iowa and Waukegan is 354 miles. The road distance is 337.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 14m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Iowa to Waukegan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Waukegan is 338 miles. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Iowa to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 155+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Iowa to Waukegan - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to Waukegan by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
4h 39m
$61–285
Fly Quad City International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
6h 21m
$39–244
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
9h 14m
$76–115
Drive 335.9 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Waukegancar 335.9 mi
6h 8m
$58–83
Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
4h 35m
$62–276
Fly Omaha to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane OMA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
6h 56m
$80–465
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 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 30m
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
10h 36m
$136–220

Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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Distance: 351.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa to Waukegan. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), walk to O'Hare, take the subway to Irving Park-Blue, walk to Irving Park, take the train to Clybourn, then take the train to Waukegan. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Waukegan via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 9h 14m.

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