What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant is to train and fly and taxi which takes 5h 11m and costs $160 - $280.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Mount Pleasant?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant station. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Mt. Pleasant Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant?

The distance between Waukegan and Mount Pleasant is 271 miles. The road distance is 259.6 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Mount Pleasant train from?

Waukegan to Mount Pleasant train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

Where does the Waukegan to Mount Pleasant train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Mount Pleasant is 260 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant.

Where can I stay near Mount Pleasant?

There are four+ hotels available in Mount Pleasant.

Waukegan to Mount Pleasant - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Mount Pleasant by train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mt. Pleasant Stationtrain California Zephyr
6h 30m
$79–170
Drive 258.1 mi
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1. Drive from Waukegan to Mount Pleasantcar 258.1 mi
5h 27m
$48–68
Train, fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, taxi
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
3. Take the taxi from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Mount Pleasanttaxi
5h 11m
$168–272
Train, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
3. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Mount Pleasantcar
5h 39m
$55–300

Waukegan to Mount Pleasant by train and bus

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6h 30mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 269.2 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Mount Pleasant, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Waukegan to Mt. Pleasant Station via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 6h 30m.

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