What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Iowa City, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Waukegan is 304 miles. The road distance is 231.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 8h 29m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Waukegan bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Waukegan bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Waukegan bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Waukegan bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Waukegan is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 112+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Cedar Rapids to Waukegan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train via Davenport
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
3. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
4. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
8h 29m
$74–148
Drive 230.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Waukegan230.3 mi
4h 51m
$42–61
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CID - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 33m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to ChicagoWaterloo
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
8h 43m
$58–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Center
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan
10h 11m
$82–256
Drive to Dubuque Regional Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ)
2. Fly from Dubuque Regional Airport (DBQ) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DBQ - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 11m

Cedar Rapids to Waukegan by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 29mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.5 mi
Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Iowa City, Chicago, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 10h 11m.

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