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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Waukegan is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Waukegan is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Champaign to Waukegan?

The distance between Champaign and Waukegan is 172 miles. The road distance is 169.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Waukegan without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $60 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Champaign to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Waukegan train from?

Champaign to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train or bus from Champaign to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Champaign to Waukegan is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $60 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $80 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Champaign to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Waukegan is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Champaign to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 109+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Champaign to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Waukegan by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
3h 13m
$64–167
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
4h 35m
$22–76
Drive 168.5 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Waukegan168.5 mi
3h 12m
$31–45
Fly, train
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
4h 10m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
4h 48m
$32–99

Champaign to Waukegan by train and foot

21Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

Tornado Bus Company operates a bus from Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan once daily. Tickets cost $50–150 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 35m.

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