What is the cheapest way to get from Gurnee to Sandusky?

The cheapest way to get from Gurnee to Sandusky is to train and bus via Chicago which costs $45 - $100 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gurnee to Sandusky?

The fastest way to get from Gurnee to Sandusky is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct train between Gurnee and Sandusky?

No, there is no direct train from Gurnee to Sandusky station. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Sandusky Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Gurnee to Sandusky?

The distance between Gurnee and Sandusky is 322 miles. The road distance is 331.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gurnee to Sandusky without a car?

The best way to get from Gurnee to Sandusky without a car is to train which takes 9h 2m and costs $100 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Gurnee to Sandusky?

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Gurnee to Sandusky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gurnee to Sandusky train from?

Gurnee to Sandusky train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

What is the time difference between Gurnee and Sandusky?

Sandusky is 1h ahead of Gurnee. It is currently 5:33 PM in Gurnee and 6:33 PM in Sandusky.

Where does the Gurnee to Sandusky train arrive?

Gurnee to Sandusky train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Gurnee to Sandusky?

Yes, the driving distance between Gurnee to Sandusky is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Gurnee to Sandusky.

Where can I stay near Sandusky?

There are 265+ hotels available in Sandusky.

Gurnee to Sandusky - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gurnee to Sandusky by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Sandusky Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
9h 2m
$100–202
Train, bus via Chicago
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Sandusky Bus Stopbus
10h 24m
$47–97
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Toledobus
3. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Sandusky Bus Stopbus
9h 26m
$102–157
Drive 329.4 mi
1. Drive from Gurnee to Sanduskycar 329.4 mi
5h 38m
$61–87
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane MDW - CLE
3. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Sandusky Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 21m
$131–707
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane ORD - CLE
3. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Sandusky Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 34m
$107–548

Gurnee to Sandusky by bus and train

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Distance: 320.3 mi
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Gurnee, IL, USA and Sandusky, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave to Sandusky Amtrak Station via Waukegan Metra Station, Waukegan, Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, and Chicago Union Station in around 9h 2m.

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