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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Waukegan is to train which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Joliet and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Joliet station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Joliet Union Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Herion Way at Wheeler, Western Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Joliet to Waukegan?

The distance between Joliet and Waukegan is 78 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs $10 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Joliet to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Waukegan bus from?

Joliet to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Joliet Union Station.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Waukegan train from?

Joliet to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Train or bus from Joliet to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Joliet to Waukegan is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs $10 - $14. Alternatively, you can line 832 bus and line 379 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $150 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Joliet to Waukegan bus arrive?

Joliet to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Herion Way at Wheeler station.

Where does the Joliet to Waukegan train arrive?

Joliet to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Waukegan is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Joliet to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Joliet to Waukegan - 3 ways to travel via train, line 832 bus, and line 379 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Joliet to Waukegan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 21m
$11–14
Line 832 bus, line 379 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Joliet Union Station to Herion Way at Wheelerbus 832
2. Take the bus from Herion Way at Wheeler to Midway CTA Stationbus 379
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
4h 36m
$44–145
Drive 69.1 mi
1. Drive from Joliet to Waukegancar 69.1 mi
1h 27m
$13–19

Joliet to Waukegan by train and foot

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.2 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Joliet to Waukegan via LaSalle Street and Chicago OTC in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joliet Union Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Herion Way at Wheeler, Midway CTA Station, Midway, Western-Orange, Western Orange Line Station, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 36m.

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