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

The cheapest way to get from Pontiac to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $50 - $90 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontiac to Waukegan is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Pontiac and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontiac station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Jackson & Clinton, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Pontiac and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Pontiac station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Pontiac Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Pontiac to Waukegan?

The distance between Pontiac and Waukegan is 341 miles. The road distance is 321 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontiac to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs $170 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Pontiac to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Waukegan bus from?

Pontiac to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Waukegan train from?

Pontiac to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pontiac to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Pontiac to Waukegan is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs $170 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Pontiac to Waukegan bus arrive?

Pontiac to Waukegan bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Pontiac and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Pontiac. It is currently 11:33 AM in Pontiac and 10:33 AM in Waukegan.

Where does the Pontiac to Waukegan train arrive?

Pontiac to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Pontiac to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontiac to Waukegan is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Pontiac to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 125+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Pontiac to Waukegan - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Pontiac to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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Train
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1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 54m
$175–267
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Pontiac to Larned & Griswoldbus 462
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
10h 33m
$50–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
8h 50m
Drive 319.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontiac to Waukegancar 319.1 mi
5h 45m
$59–85
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Pontiac to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 46m
$51–262
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain
6h 53m
$157–352
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Pontiac to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FNT - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
6h 25m
$80–318
Train to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
7h 9m
$157–792
Train to Detroit, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DTW - MKE
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
7h 31m
$880–1,149

Pontiac to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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7h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 339.4 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Pontiac, MI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Jackson & Clinton, Jackson & Dearborn, State & Jackson, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 8h 50m.

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