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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Columbus is to train and bus which costs $60 - $100 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Columbus is to train and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Columbus via California & 35th Street and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Columbus?

The distance between Waukegan and Columbus is 346 miles. The road distance is 351.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Columbus without a car is to bus which takes 9h 34m and costs $90 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Waukegan to Columbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Columbus bus from?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Columbus bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Waukegan and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Waukegan. It is currently 9:40 AM in Waukegan and 10:40 AM in Columbus.

Can I drive from Waukegan to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Columbus is 352 miles. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Waukegan to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 513+ hotels available in Columbus.

Waukegan to Columbus - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Waukegan to Columbus by train, plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, or car

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Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane MDW - CMH
5h 33m
$90–565
Drive 349.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Columbuscar 349.6 mi
7h 6m
$64–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Columbusbus FlixBus N2640
9h 34m
$90–222
Train, bus via Toledo
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Toledotrain
3. Take the bus from Toledo to Columbus - Mound Stbus
10h 13m
$99–200
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane ORD - CMH
5h 46m
$560–915
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
9h 50m
$64–100

Waukegan to Columbus by train and bus

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10h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 344.1 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Columbus, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Columbus via California & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, Sox-35th, 95th, and Chicago in around 9h 34m.

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