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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Springfield to Waukegan?

The distance between Springfield and Waukegan is 223 miles. The road distance is 226.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Springfield to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Waukegan bus from?

Springfield to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Waukegan train from?

Springfield to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Train or bus from Springfield to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Springfield to Waukegan bus arrive?

Springfield to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

Where does the Springfield to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Waukegan is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Springfield to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 158+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 19m
$56–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicagobus FlixBus N2521
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
7h 8m
$42–78
Drive 225 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Waukegancar 225 mi
4h 5m
$42–60
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
4h 11m
$51–259
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 49m
$57–267

Springfield to Waukegan by train, foot, and bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.5 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 8m.

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