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

The cheapest way to get from Watertown to Waukegan is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watertown to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Watertown and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Watertown to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Johnson Creek Outlets and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Water & Chicago - Circle K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Watertown and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Watertown station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Columbus Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Watertown to Waukegan?

The distance between Watertown and Waukegan is 106 miles. The road distance is 88.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watertown to Waukegan without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $75 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Watertown to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watertown to Waukegan bus from?

Watertown to Waukegan bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Johnson Creek Outlets station.

Where do I catch the Watertown to Waukegan train from?

Watertown to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbus Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Watertown to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Watertown to Waukegan is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $75 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Watertown to Waukegan bus arrive?

Watertown to Waukegan bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak station.

Where does the Watertown to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watertown to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Watertown to Waukegan is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Watertown to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Watertown to Waukegan by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Johnson Creek Outlets to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus Madison
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
3h 15m
$79–185
Drive 88 mi
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1. Drive from Watertown to Waukegancar 88 mi
2h 3m
$17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Columbus Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
5h 35m
$127–198
Bus via Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
1. Take the bus from Johnson Creek Outlets to Mitchell Airportbus Madison
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
5h
$55–75

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Watertown, WI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Watertown to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Johnson Creek Outlets, Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak, and Water & Chicago - Circle K in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Watertown to Waukegan via Columbus Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, Washington & Jefferson, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 5h 35m.

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