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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Waukegan is to bus and train which costs $55 - $85 and takes 8h 28m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Water & Chicago - Circle K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Detroit to Waukegan?

The distance between Detroit and Waukegan is 318 miles. The road distance is 322.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 8h 14m and costs $45 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Detroit to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Waukegan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Detroit to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Detroit to Waukegan is to train which takes 8h 14m and costs $45 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $210 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Detroit to Waukegan bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Detroit and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 5:36 PM in Detroit and 4:36 PM in Waukegan.

Can I drive from Detroit to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Waukegan is 323 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Detroit to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 102+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Detroit to Waukegan - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Detroit 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
8h 14m
$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
8h 28m
$59–81
Drive 321 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Waukegan321 mi
5h 26m
$59–85
Fly Detroit 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 59m
$52–364
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
10h 5m
$82–204
Fly Detroit 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
6h 14m
Fly Detroit 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 41m
$189–572
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flint
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)FNT - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
6h 38m
Fly Detroit 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
8h 12m
$66–377

Detroit to Waukegan by bus, train, and foot

21Weekly Services

8h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 8h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Michigan + Cass to Waukegan via Dearborn Transit Center, Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago OTC in around 8h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Milwaukee Intermodal Station and Water & Chicago - Circle K in around 10h 5m.

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