What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station is to train which costs $6 - $9 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Elmhurst Train Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at 1st St & York St via California & 35th Street, Chicago & Sacramento and Lake St & Austin Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Elmhurst Train Station?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Elmhurst via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

The distance between Waukegan and Elmhurst Train Station is 52 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $6 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station train from?

Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

Train or bus from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $6 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus and line 309 bus, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station is 40 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst Train Station?

There are 436+ hotels available in Elmhurst Train Station.

Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elmhursttrain Up-W
2h 23m
$7–9
Bus, line 309 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Lake St & Austin Blvd to 1st St & York Stbus 309
3h 12m
$43–133
Drive 39.3 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Stationcar 39.3 mi
48 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Stationtaxi 39.3 mi
48 min
$100–130

Waukegan to Elmhurst Train Station by train

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Elmhurst Train Station, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Waukegan to Elmhurst via Chicago OTC in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to 1st St & York St via California & 35th Street, Sacramento & Chicago, Chicago & Sacramento, Chicago & Austin Terminal, and Lake St & Austin Blvd in around 3h 12m.

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