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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Rochelle is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Rochelle is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Rochelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Rochelle via California & 35th Street, LaSalle & 35th Street and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Rochelle?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Rochelle. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Elburn via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Rochelle?

The distance between Waukegan and Rochelle is 121 miles. The road distance is 84 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Rochelle without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Waukegan to Rochelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Rochelle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Rochelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Rochelle?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Rochelle is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $55 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Waukegan to Rochelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Rochelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Rochelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Rochelle is 84 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Waukegan to Rochelle.

Where can I stay near Rochelle?

There are three+ hotels available in Rochelle.

Waukegan to Rochelle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Rochelle by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Rochellebus Greyhound US0155S / ...
4h 34m
$32–49
Drive 83.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Rochellecar 83.5 mi
2h 4m
$16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain Up-W
5h 20m
$60–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Rochellebus Greyhound US0155S / ...
5h 11m
$64–169

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Waukegan to Rochelle via Chicago OTC, Elburn, Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662, and W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456 in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Rochelle via California & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, LaSalle & 35th Street, Clark & Harrison, Chicago Bus Station, and Rochelle in around 5h 11m.

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How to get fromWaukegan to Rochelleby train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Rochelle by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Drive 83.5 mi

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