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

The cheapest way to get from Omaha to Waukegan is to bus and train via Davenport which costs $80 - $160 and takes 12h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Omaha to Waukegan is to fly and train which takes 5h 29m and costs $70 - $400.

How far is it from Omaha to Waukegan?

The distance between Omaha and Waukegan is 478 miles. The road distance is 470.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Omaha to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 44m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Omaha to Waukegan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Omaha to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Omaha to Waukegan is 470 miles. It takes approximately 8h 22m to drive from Omaha to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 148+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Omaha to Waukegan - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Omaha to Waukegan by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
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1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane OMA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
5h 29m
$73–393
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Chicagobus Btw 1202
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
10h 44m
$86–156
Drive 467.6 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Waukegancar 467.6 mi
8h 22m
$86–124
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane OMA - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 57m
$448–713
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane OMA - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
7h 48m
$111–620
Bus, train via Davenport
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Davenportbus
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
12h 51m
$82–155

Omaha to Waukegan by bus, foot, and train

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10h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 475.3 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Omaha, NE, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Omaha to Waukegan. However, you can take the line 106 bus to Eppley Airport Terminal, walk to Omaha (OMA) airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), walk to Midway, take the subway to LaSalle/Van Buren, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Waukegan. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Omaha to Waukegan via Chicago, Clinton & Quincy, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 10h 44m.

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