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

The cheapest way to get from Naperville to Waukegan is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Naperville to Waukegan is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Naperville and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Naperville to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Washington St & Ogden Ave and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Yorktown Center, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Naperville and Waukegan?

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

How far is it from Naperville to Waukegan?

The distance between Naperville and Waukegan is 65 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Naperville to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $6 - $13.

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

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

Where do I catch the Naperville to Waukegan bus from?

Naperville to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Washington St & Ogden Ave station.

Where do I catch the Naperville to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from Naperville to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Naperville to Waukegan is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can line 722 bus and line 322 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $140 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Naperville to Waukegan bus arrive?

Naperville to Waukegan bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Yorktown Center station.

Where does the Naperville to Waukegan train arrive?

Naperville to Waukegan train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Naperville to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Naperville to Waukegan is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Naperville to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 112+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Naperville to Waukegan - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 722 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Naperville to Waukegan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Naperville to Chicago Union StationBnsf
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
3h 3m
$6–12
Line 722 bus, line 322 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Washington St & Ogden Ave to Yorktown Center722
2. Take the bus from Yorktown Center to Cermak Rd & 54th Ave322
3. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan
4h 16m
$41–137
Drive 54.5 mi
1. Drive from Naperville to Waukegan54.5 mi
1h 5m
$10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Naperville to Waukegan54.5 mi
1h 5m
$140–180

Naperville to Waukegan by train and foot

155Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.6 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Naperville to Waukegan via Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington St & Ogden Ave to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Yorktown Center, Cermak Rd & 54th Ave, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 4h 16m.

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