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

The cheapest way to get from Peoria to Waukegan is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peoria to Waukegan is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Peoria to Waukegan?

The distance between Peoria and Waukegan is 247 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peoria to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train via Galesburg which takes 7h and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Peoria to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peoria to Waukegan bus from?

Peoria to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Peoria station.

Where does the Peoria to Waukegan bus arrive?

Peoria to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Oakbrook Mall station.

Can I drive from Peoria to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Peoria to Waukegan is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Peoria to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Peoria to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Peoria and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Peoria to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Peoria and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Peoria to Waukegan by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Galesburg
best
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
7h
$74–142
Drive 185 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peoria to Waukegancar 185 mi
3h 32m
$34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Peoria to O'Hare International Terminal 2bus Peoria line
2. Take the train from Ravenswood to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 18m
$55–75
Fly, train
1. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PIA - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 23m
$38–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Peoria to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
7h 27m
$85–196

Peoria to Waukegan by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 246 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from Peoria to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 27m.

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