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

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Waukegan is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Oglesby and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Waukegan?

The distance between Ottawa and Waukegan is 149 miles. The road distance is 105 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottawa to Waukegan without a car is to taxi and train via Chicago which takes 4h 41m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Ottawa to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Waukegan bus from?

Ottawa to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oglesby station.

Where does the Ottawa to Waukegan bus arrive?

Ottawa to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Waukegan is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Ottawa to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 147+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Ottawa to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ottawa to Waukegan by taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Taxi, train via Chicago
best
1. Take the taxi from Ottawa to Mendota Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
4h 41m
$110–157
Drive 104.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottawa to Waukegancar 104.4 mi
2h 17m
$19–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 24m
$77–109
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Ottawa to Mendota Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
4h 47m
$110–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
7h 56m
$107–232

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a vehicle from Ottawa to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oglesby, Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 56m.

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