Rome2Rio

How to get fromOak Brook to Waukeganby train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

Find Transport to Waukegan

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 6 ways to get from Oak Brook to Waukegan by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Western Springs to Chicago Union Stationtrain train Bnsf
    2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain train Up-N
    2h 43m
    $25–31

  2. Drive  43.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Oak Brook to Waukegancar car 43.1 mi
    51 min
    $8–11

  3. Line 322 bus, line 35 bus, bus

    1. Take the bus from 22nd St & Windsor Dr to 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Linebus bus 322
    2. Take the bus from Cicero & 24th Place Terminal to California & 35th Streetbus bus 35
    3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus bus
    3h 11m
    $13–35

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Oak Brook to Waukegantaxi taxi 43.1 mi
    51 min
    $140–170

  5. Line 322 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from 22nd St & Windsor Dr to 54th Ave CTA Station/Pink Linebus bus 322
    2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain train Up-N
    3h 19m
    $9–15

  6. Subway, train

    1. Take the subway from Forest Park to Jefferson Parksubway subway Blue Line
    2. Take the train from Ravenswood to Waukegantrain train Up-N
    4h 1m
    $12–18

Oak Brook to Waukegan by bus, subway, foot, and train

Calendar155Weekly Services
Duration3h 19mAverage Duration
Ticket$9Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Oak Brook to Waukegan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 54.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Oak Brook, IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Oak Brook to Waukegan via Western Springs, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago OTC in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 22nd St & Windsor Dr to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 3h 11m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Want to know more about Flixbus?, Thanksgiving 2018: How to travel stress-free, and 4 of the smartest ways to explore Australia - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There