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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Watertown is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Watertown is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Watertown?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Watertown. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Johnson Creek Outlets via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Watertown?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Watertown station. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Columbus Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Watertown?

The distance between Waukegan and Watertown is 105 miles. The road distance is 88.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Watertown without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $80 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Waukegan to Watertown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Watertown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Watertown train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Watertown?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Watertown is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $80 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Waukegan to Watertown bus arrive?

Waukegan to Watertown bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Water & Chicago - Circle K station.

Where does the Waukegan to Watertown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Watertown?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Watertown is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Waukegan to Watertown.

Where can I stay near Watertown?

There are 22+ hotels available in Watertown.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Water & Chicago - Circle Kbus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Johnson Creek Outletsbus Daily Route
3h 10m
$80–181
Drive 88 mi
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1. Drive from Waukegan to Watertowncar 88 mi
2h 2m
$17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Columbus Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
5h 45m
$124–200
Bus via Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Mitchell Airportbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Johnson Creek Outletsbus Daily Route
4h 55m
$55–76

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Distance: 104.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Watertown, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Watertown via Water & Chicago - Circle K, Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak, and Johnson Creek Outlets in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waukegan to Watertown via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, and Columbus Amtrak Station in around 5h 45m.

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