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

The cheapest way to get from Oswego to Waukegan is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswego to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Oswego and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Oswego to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Plainfield Park-N-Ride and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Oswego and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Oswego to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Aurora and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Oswego to Waukegan?

The distance between Oswego and Waukegan is 80 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswego to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $26 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Oswego to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswego to Waukegan bus from?

Oswego to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Plainfield Park-N-Ride station.

Where do I catch the Oswego to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from Oswego to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Oswego to Waukegan is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $26 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Oswego to Waukegan bus arrive?

Oswego to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Dearborn St & Harrison St station.

Where does the Oswego to Waukegan train arrive?

Oswego to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Oswego to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswego to Waukegan is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Oswego to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 147+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aurora to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 26m
$26–33
Drive 68 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oswego to Waukegancar 68 mi
1h 27m
$13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plainfield Park-N-Ride to Dearborn St & Harrison Stbus 850 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 30m
$65–166

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from Oswego to Waukegan via Aurora, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago OTC in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Oswego to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Plainfield Park-N-Ride, Dearborn St & Harrison St, State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 30m.

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