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

The cheapest way to get from Normal to Waukegan is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Normal to Waukegan is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Normal and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Normal to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Normal to Waukegan?

The distance between Normal and Waukegan is 161 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Normal to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $18 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Normal to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Normal to Waukegan bus from?

Normal to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Uptown Station.

Where do I catch the Normal to Waukegan train from?

Normal to Waukegan train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Train or bus from Normal to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Normal to Waukegan is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $18 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $200 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Normal to Waukegan bus arrive?

Normal to Waukegan bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Oakbrook Mall station.

Where does the Normal to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Normal to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Normal to Waukegan is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Normal to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 96+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Normal and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Normal station to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Uptown Station and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

There are 5 ways to get from Normal to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or train

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 Bloomington-Normal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
4h 18m
$19–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uptown Station to Oakbrook Mallbus Peoria line
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - Waukeganbus Milwaukee
6h 5m
$85–196
Drive 160.9 mi
1. Drive from Normal to Waukegancar 160.9 mi
2h 52m
$30–43
Fly, train
1. Fly from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BMI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegantrain
5h 34m
$37–233
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 39m
$39–57

Normal to Waukegan by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Bloomington-Normal to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Uptown Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Oak Brook Center / Macy's, 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 6h 5m.

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