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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Chicago. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Dearborn & Harrison via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Waukegan and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Chicago?

The distance between Waukegan and Chicago is 36 miles. The road distance is 41 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $5 - $7.

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

The train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Chicago bus from?

Waukegan to Chicago bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Chicago train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Chicago?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Chicago is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 62 bus, which costs $35 - $130 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Waukegan to Chicago bus arrive?

Waukegan to Chicago bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Where does the Waukegan to Chicago train arrive?

Waukegan to Chicago train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Waukegan to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Chicago is 41 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Waukegan to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Chicago.

Waukegan to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 62 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 20m
$5–7
Bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from 35th/Archer Orange Line Station to Dearborn & Harrisonbus 62
1h 32m
$38–127
Drive 40.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Chicagocar 40.7 mi
52 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Chicagotaxi 40.7 mi
52 min
$110–130

Waukegan to Chicago by train

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Metra operates a train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Dearborn & Harrison via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station in around 1h 32m.

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