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

The cheapest way to get from Portage to Waukegan is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portage to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Portage and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portage station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Gary Bus Station 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 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Portage and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Portage to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Ogden Dunes and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Portage to Waukegan?

The distance between Portage and Waukegan is 81 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portage to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Portage to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portage to Waukegan bus from?

Portage to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Gary Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Portage to Waukegan train from?

Portage to Waukegan train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Ogden Dunes station.

Train or bus from Portage to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Portage to Waukegan is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs $75 - $190 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Portage to Waukegan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portage to Waukegan train arrive?

Portage to Waukegan train services, operated by South Shore Line, arrive at Millennium Station.

Can I drive from Portage to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portage to Waukegan is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Portage to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 147+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Portage to Waukegan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portage to Waukegan by train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ogden Dunes to Millennium Stationtrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 18m
$32–38
Drive 79.6 mi
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1. Drive from Portage to Waukegancar 79.6 mi
1h 37m
$15–21
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrison & Jefferson to Cicero & 24th Place Terminalbus 60
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus
4h 2m
$76–182

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Portage, IN, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Portage to Waukegan via Ogden Dunes, Millennium Station, Randolph & Stetson, Madison & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portage to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Gary Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 2m.

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