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

The cheapest way to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $9 - $18 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Valparaiso and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Valparaiso to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from 260 Brown and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Clark & Van Buren, Sox-35th Red Line Station and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Valparaiso and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Valparaiso to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Gary and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Valparaiso to Waukegan?

The distance between Valparaiso and Waukegan is 87 miles. The road distance is 89.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 45m and costs $9 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valparaiso to Waukegan bus from?

Valparaiso to Waukegan bus services, operated by Valparaiso Transit, depart from 260 Brown station.

Where do I catch the Valparaiso to Waukegan train from?

Valparaiso to Waukegan train services, operated by South Shore Line, depart from Gary station.

Train or bus from Valparaiso to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $150 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Valparaiso to Waukegan bus arrive?

Valparaiso to Waukegan bus services, operated by Valparaiso Transit, arrive at 333 S Franklin Street station.

Where does the Valparaiso to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Valparaiso to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Valparaiso to Waukegan is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Valparaiso to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Valparaiso to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Valparaiso to Waukegan by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus ChicaGO Dash
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 45m
$9–18
Train
1. Take the train from Gary to Millennium Stationtrain Westbound to Chicago / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 57m
$18–25
Drive 88.5 mi
1. Drive from Valparaiso to Waukegancar 88.5 mi
1h 58m
$17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from 260 Brown to 333 S Franklin Streetbus ChicaGO Dash
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
4h 20m
$42–144

Valparaiso to Waukegan by bus and train

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Valparaiso to Waukegan via Gary Bus Station, Gary, Millennium Station, Madison & Wabash, Madison & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 260 Brown to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via 333 S Franklin Street, Clark & Van Buren, Wentworth & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 20m.

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