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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Downtown Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at UIC-Halsted Blue Line Station via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Halsted Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Downtown 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 Downtown Chicago?

The distance between Waukegan and Downtown Chicago is 37 miles. The road distance is 40.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $5 - $7.

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

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Downtown Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Downtown Chicago train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs $35 - $130 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Waukegan to Downtown Chicago bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Downtown Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Downtown Chicago is 40 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Waukegan to Downtown Chicago.

Where can I stay near Downtown Chicago?

There are 1302+ hotels available in Downtown Chicago.

Waukegan to Downtown Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 8 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 32m
$5–7
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Halsted Orange Line Station to UIC-Halsted Blue Line Stationbus 8
1h 45m
$38–127
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Downtown Chicagocar 39.9 mi
50 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Downtown Chicagotaxi 39.9 mi
50 min
$100–130

Waukegan to Downtown Chicago by train and foot

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Distance: 36.7 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Downtown 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 Downtown Chicago via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Halsted Orange Line Station, and UIC-Halsted Blue Line Station in around 1h 45m.

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