What is the cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Gurnee?

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Gurnee is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lafayette to Gurnee?

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Gurnee is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Lafayette and Gurnee?

No, there is no direct train from Lafayette station to Gurnee. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Gurnee?

The distance between Lafayette and Gurnee is 164 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lafayette to Gurnee without a car?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Gurnee without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 8m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Lafayette to Gurnee?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Lafayette to Gurnee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Gurnee train from?

Lafayette to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Lafayette and Gurnee?

Gurnee is 1h behind Lafayette. It is currently 10:38 AM in Lafayette and 9:38 AM in Gurnee.

Where does the Lafayette to Gurnee train arrive?

Lafayette to Gurnee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Lafayette to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Gurnee is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Lafayette to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 179+ hotels available in Gurnee.

Lafayette to Gurnee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 213 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lafayette to Gurnee by bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 8m
$33–57
Drive 161 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lafayette to Gurneecar 161 mi
2h 58m
$30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
6h 6m
$48–92
Bus, line 213 bus, train, line 565 bus
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Take the bus from O'Hare MMF Bay 9 to Davis CTA Stationbus 250
3. Take the bus from Davis St & Benson Ave to Highland Park Metra Stationbus 213
4. Take the train from Highland Park to Waukegantrain
5. Take the bus from Sheridan Rd & Washington St to Grand Ave & Ferndale Stbus 565
6h 7m
$64–87

Lafayette to Gurnee by bus and train

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5h 8mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Lafayette, IN, USA and Gurnee, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Grand Ave & Ferndale St via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, Chicago OTC, Waukegan, and Sheridan Rd & Washington St in around 6h 6m.

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