What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha?

The fastest way to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Lake Villa and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Villa to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Lake Villa and arriving at Milwaukee via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Lake Villa to Waukesha?

The distance between Lake Villa and Waukesha is 129 miles. The road distance is 46.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Villa to Waukesha without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 32m and costs $45 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Villa to Waukesha train from?

Lake Villa to Waukesha train services, operated by Metra, depart from Lake Villa station.

Where does the Lake Villa to Waukesha train arrive?

Lake Villa to Waukesha train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Lake Villa to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Villa to Waukesha is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Lake Villa to Waukesha.

Where can I stay near Waukesha?

There are 82+ hotels available in Waukesha.

Lake Villa to Waukesha - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Villa to Waukesha by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lake Villa to O'Hare Transfertrain Ncs
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Goerke's Corners Park and Ridebus Wisconsin Coach Lines
4h 32m
$49–56
Drive 46.6 mi
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1. Drive from Lake Villa to Waukeshacar 46.6 mi
1h 12m
$9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Lake Villa to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
5h 45m
$46–87
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Villa to Waukeshataxi 46.6 mi
1h 12m
$120–150

Lake Villa to Waukesha by train and bus

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4h 32mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Lake Villa, IL, USA and Waukesha, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Lake Villa to E Main Street at N East Avenue via Chicago Union Station, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station, and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride in around 5h 45m.

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