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

The cheapest way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Dearborn and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dearborn to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Michigan & Bingham and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Detroit Bus Station and Water & Chicago - Circle K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

How far is it from Dearborn to Waukegan?

The distance between Dearborn and Waukegan is 312 miles. The road distance is 312.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs $45 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Dearborn to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dearborn to Waukegan bus from?

Dearborn to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Train or bus from Dearborn to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Dearborn to Waukegan is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs $45 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $210 and takes 11h 37m.

Where does the Dearborn to Waukegan bus arrive?

Dearborn to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

What is the time difference between Dearborn and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Dearborn. It is currently 10:30 PM in Dearborn and 9:30 PM in Waukegan.

Can I drive from Dearborn to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dearborn to Waukegan is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Dearborn to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 96+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dearborn to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
7h 56m
$45–129
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary Bus Station
2. Take the train from Gary to Millennium StationSsl
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
10h 5m
$60–86
Drive 310.9 mi
1. Drive from Dearborn to Waukegan310.9 mi
5h 26m
$57–82
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)DTW - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
5h 41m
$52–344
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal StationFlixBus 2550
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
11h 37m
$82–206
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DTW - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 56m
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)DTW - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
6h 23m
$209–572
Fly to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN)DTW - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Millennium Station
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
7h 54m
$66–377

Dearborn to Waukegan by bus, train, and foot

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7h 56mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.8 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Michigan + Schaefer to Waukegan via Dearborn Transit Center, Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago OTC in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Michigan & Bingham to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Lafayette & Sixth, Detroit Bus Station, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, and Water & Chicago - Circle K in around 11h 37m.

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