What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Waukegan is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from South Bend, IN 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 55m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from South Bend station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from South Bend Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from South Bend to Waukegan?

The distance between South Bend and Waukegan is 121 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Bend to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from South Bend to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from South Bend to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Waukegan bus from?

South Bend to Waukegan bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from South Bend to Waukegan?

The best way to get from South Bend to Waukegan is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs $50 - $160 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the South Bend to Waukegan bus arrive?

South Bend to Waukegan bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 10:16 PM in South Bend and 9:16 PM in Waukegan.

Where does the South Bend to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Waukegan is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from South Bend to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 152+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Bend to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
4h 10m
$35–65
Drive 130.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Waukegancar 130.1 mi
2h 36m
$24–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
4h 16m
$38–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SBN - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
3h 58m
$51–279
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Chicagobus
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 55m
$52–159

South Bend to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 119.9 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from South Bend Station to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Bend, IN to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 55m.

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