What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Vernon Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Vernon Hills. However, there are services departing from Grand Ave & Jackson St and arriving at Hawthorn Mall via College of Lake County. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Vernon Hills?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Vernon Hills. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Vernon Hills via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

The distance between Waukegan and Vernon Hills is 32 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Vernon Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills without a car is to line 565 bus and line 574 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $13 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Vernon Hills bus from?

Waukegan to Vernon Hills bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Grand Ave & Jackson St station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Vernon Hills train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills is to line 565 bus and line 574 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $13 - $17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Waukegan to Vernon Hills bus arrive?

Waukegan to Vernon Hills bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at College of Lake County station.

Where does the Waukegan to Vernon Hills train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Vernon Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Vernon Hills is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Waukegan to Vernon Hills.

Where can I stay near Vernon Hills?

There are 244+ hotels available in Vernon Hills.

Waukegan to Vernon Hills - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 565 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Vernon Hills by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 565 bus, line 574 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Ave & Jackson St to College of Lake Countybus 565
2. Take the bus from College of Lake County to Hawthorn Mallbus 574
2h 32m
$13–17
Drive 16.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Vernon Hillscar 16.1 mi
26 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Vernon Hillstrain Ncs
3h 27m
$11–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Vernon Hillstaxi 16.1 mi
26 min
$40–55

Waukegan to Vernon Hills by train and foot

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3h 27mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Vernon Hills, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Grand Ave & Jackson St to Vernon Hills via College of Lake County and Hawthorn Mall in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waukegan to Vernon Hills via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 3h 27m.

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