What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Waukegan is 280 miles. The road distance is 281.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ann Arbor to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $50 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus from?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ann Arbor station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Waukegan train from?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $50 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $230 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 10:47 AM in Ann Arbor and 9:47 AM in Waukegan.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Waukegan train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Waukegan is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 114+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Ann Arbor to Waukegan - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
6h 17m
$50–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to ChicagoFlixBus 2550
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
7h 32m
$67–221
Drive 280.2 mi
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Waukegan280.2 mi
4h 47m
$52–74
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LAN
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)LAN - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 24m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Battle Creek Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Battle Creek Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
8h 59m
$64–141
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DTW - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
5h 50m
$57–349
Bus to Detroit, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DTW - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
6h 5m
Bus to Detroit, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI to Detroit Metro Airport
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)DTW - MKE
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
6h 30m
$234–587

Ann Arbor to Waukegan by train and foot

21Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.7 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ann Arbor to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 32m.

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