What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate?

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

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Cloud Gate?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Cloud Gate. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Dearborn & Madison via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Cloud Gate?

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 Cloud Gate?

The distance between Waukegan and Cloud Gate is 37 miles. The road distance is 40.9 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Cloud Gate without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Cloud Gate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Cloud Gate train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Cloud Gate?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Cloud Gate is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 62 bus, which costs $11 - $35 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Waukegan to Cloud Gate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Cloud Gate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Cloud Gate?

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

Where can I stay near Cloud Gate?

There are 1305+ hotels available in Cloud Gate.

Waukegan to Cloud Gate - 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 Cloud Gate by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 38m
$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 & Madisonbus 62
1h 39m
$12–32
Drive 40.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Cloud Gatecar 40.7 mi
52 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Cloud Gatetaxi 40.7 mi
52 min
$100–130

Waukegan to Cloud Gate by train and foot

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Cloud Gate, 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 Cloud Gate via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, and Dearborn & Madison in around 1h 39m.

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