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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Sterling is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Sterling is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Sterling?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Sterling. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Dixon Reagan Transit Center via California & 35th Street, LaSalle & 35th Street and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Sterling?

The distance between Waukegan and Sterling is 161 miles. The road distance is 121.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Sterling without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 45m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Waukegan to Sterling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Sterling bus from?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Sterling bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Sterling?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Sterling is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Waukegan to Sterling.

Where can I stay near Sterling?

There are 10+ hotels available in Sterling.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Sterling 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 Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
5h 45m
$75–110
Train, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
3. Drive from W Locust St at Normal Rd -WB Stop #456 to Sterlingcar
5h 50m
$19–34
Drive 120.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Sterlingcar 120.7 mi
2h 35m
$22–32
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 Dixon Reagan Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0155S
6h 23m
$107–230

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Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Sterling via California & 35th Street, Sox-35th Red Line Station, LaSalle & 35th Street, Clark & Harrison, Chicago Bus Station, and Dixon Reagan Transit Center in around 6h 23m.

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