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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kalamazoo and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Kalamazoo to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Waukegan?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Waukegan is 174 miles. The road distance is 185.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalamazoo to Waukegan bus from?

Kalamazoo to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Kalamazoo to Waukegan train from?

Kalamazoo to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kalamazoo station.

Train or bus from Kalamazoo to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Waukegan bus arrive?

Kalamazoo to Waukegan bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 9:06 AM in Kalamazoo and 8:06 AM in Waukegan.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Waukegan is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Kalamazoo to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 112+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Kalamazoo to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union StationWolverine / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
4h 15m
$32–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
6h 10m
$61–169
Drive 184.4 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Waukegan184.4 mi
3h 18m
$34–49
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)AZO - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 23m

Kalamazoo to Waukegan by train and foot

28Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Kalamazoo to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago Bus Station, Harrison & Jefferson, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 6h 10m.

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