What is the cheapest way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Vernon Hills and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Vernon Hills to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Hawthorn Mall and arriving at Grand Ave & Jackson St via College of Lake County. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Vernon Hills and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Vernon Hills to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Vernon Hills and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

The distance between Vernon Hills and Waukegan is 32 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Vernon Hills to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan without a car is to line 574 bus and line 565 bus which takes 1h 59m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vernon Hills to Waukegan bus from?

Vernon Hills to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Hawthorn Mall station.

Where do I catch the Vernon Hills to Waukegan train from?

Vernon Hills to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, depart from Vernon Hills station.

Train or bus from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan is to line 574 bus and line 565 bus which takes 1h 59m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Vernon Hills to Waukegan bus arrive?

Vernon Hills to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at College of Lake County station.

Where does the Vernon Hills to Waukegan train arrive?

Vernon Hills to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Vernon Hills to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Vernon Hills to Waukegan is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Vernon Hills to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 143+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Vernon Hills to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 574 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vernon Hills to Waukegan by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 574 bus, line 565 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hawthorn Mall to College of Lake Countybus 574
2. Take the bus from College of Lake County to Grand Ave & Jackson Stbus 565
1h 59m
$13–17
Drive 15.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vernon Hills to Waukegancar 15.9 mi
26 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Vernon Hills to Chicago Union Stationtrain Ncs
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
3h 8m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vernon Hills to Waukegantaxi 15.9 mi
26 min
$40–55

Vernon Hills to Waukegan by train and foot

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Distance: 32.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Vernon Hills, IL, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Vernon Hills to Grand Ave & Jackson St via Hawthorn Mall and College of Lake County in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vernon Hills to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 8m.

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