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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Kentucky is to train and bus via Chicago which costs $60 - $110 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Kentucky is to train and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $95 - $240.

How far is it from Waukegan to Kentucky?

The distance between Waukegan and Kentucky is 334 miles. The road distance is 335.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Kentucky without a car is to train and bus via Chicago which takes 8h 31m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Waukegan to Kentucky, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Waukegan and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Waukegan. It is currently 10:42 PM in Waukegan and 11:42 PM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Waukegan to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Kentucky is 336 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Waukegan to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 628+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Waukegan to Kentucky - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Waukegan to Kentucky by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus via Chicago
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
8h 31m
$61–105
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ORD - LEX
7h 11m
$50–294
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
10h 14m
$131–225
Drive 333.6 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Louisvillecar 333.6 mi
5h 54m
$61–88
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)plane ORD - CVG
5h 33m
$161–817
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)plane MDW - CVG
5h 31m
$161–377
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MDW - SDF
5h 48m
$104–665
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB)plane ORD - OWB
4h 55m
$99–236
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane ORD - SDF
6h 3m
$79–475

Waukegan to Kentucky by train and bus

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8h 31mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.6 mi
Duration: 8h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Waukegan to Kentucky. However, you can take the train to Chicago OTC, walk to Madison & Canal, take the line 60 bus to Harrison & Jefferson, walk to Chicago Bus Station, take the bus to Indianapolis Union Station, then take the bus to Louisville, KY. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waukegan to Louisville, KY via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, Indianapolis, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 10h 14m.

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