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

The cheapest way to get from Kankakee to Waukegan is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kankakee to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Kankakee and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kankakee to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Chestnut & N. Schuyler and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kankakee and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Kankakee to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Kankakee and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Kankakee to Waukegan?

The distance between Kankakee and Waukegan is 101 miles. The road distance is 93.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kankakee to Waukegan without a car is to line 3 bus and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $40 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Kankakee to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to Waukegan bus from?

Kankakee to Waukegan bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, depart from Chestnut & N. Schuyler station.

Where do I catch the Kankakee to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from Kankakee to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Kankakee to Waukegan is to line 3 bus and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $40 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $35 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Kankakee to Waukegan bus arrive?

Kankakee to Waukegan bus services, operated by River Valley Metro, arrive at Stop 340157 station.

Where does the Kankakee to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kankakee to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kankakee to Waukegan is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Kankakee to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Kankakee to Waukegan - 3 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kankakee to Waukegan by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 3 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chestnut & N. Schuyler to Stop 3401573
2. Take the bus from Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
3h 26m
$41–141
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kankakee to Chicago Union StationSaluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
3h 28m
$12–30
Drive 92.7 mi
1. Drive from Kankakee to Waukegan92.7 mi
2h
$17–25

Kankakee to Waukegan by train and foot

21Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Chestnut & N. Schuyler to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Stop 340157 and Tacos Del Norte - Kankakee in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kankakee to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 28m.

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