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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Waukegan is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Water & Chicago - Circle K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Madison to Waukegan?

The distance between Madison and Waukegan is 132 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Waukegan without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $40 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Madison to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to Waukegan bus from?

Madison to Waukegan bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Madison, WI-Lake St. station.

Where does the Madison to Waukegan bus arrive?

Madison to Waukegan bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Madison to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Waukegan is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Madison to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 112+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Madison to Waukegan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Madison to Waukegan by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - AmtrakMadison
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
3h 44m
$42–184
Drive 110.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Waukegan110.5 mi
2h 16m
$21–30
Bus, train via Milwaukee
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
6h 3m
$33–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton StVan Galder
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
6h
$24–46
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
6h 13m
$33–55

Madison to Waukegan by bus, train, and foot

48Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.9 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak and Water & Chicago - Circle K in around 3h 44m.

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