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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Plano is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Plano is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Plano?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Plano station. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Plano Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Plano?

The distance between Waukegan and Plano is 88 miles. The road distance is 74.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Plano without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $24 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Waukegan to Plano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Plano train from?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Plano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Plano?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Plano is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Waukegan to Plano.

Where can I stay near Plano?

There are 14+ hotels available in Plano.

Waukegan to Plano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 62 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waukegan to Plano by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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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 Plano Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
3h 20m
$25–45
Drive 73.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Planocar 73.9 mi
1h 53m
$14–20
Bus, line 62 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from 35th/Archer Orange Line Station to Archer & Neva Terminalbus 62
3. Take the train from La Grange Amtrak to Plano Stationtrain
4h 2m
$51–155

Waukegan to Plano by train and bus

14Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.9 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Waukegan to Plano Station via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 20m.

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