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

The cheapest way to get from Omaha to Waukegan is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Omaha to Waukegan is to fly and train which takes 5h 34m and costs $100 - $700.

How far is it from Omaha to Waukegan?

The distance between Omaha and Waukegan is 478 miles. The road distance is 470.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Omaha to Waukegan without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 38m and costs $60 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Omaha to Waukegan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Omaha to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Omaha to Waukegan is 470 miles. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Omaha to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 114+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Omaha to Waukegan by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)OMA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Waukegan
5h 34m
$106–663
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0123
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
11h 38m
$64–183
Drive 467.6 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Waukegan467.6 mi
8h 17m
$86–124
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)OMA - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
5h 50m

Omaha to Waukegan by bus and train

15Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475.3 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Omaha, NE, USA and Waukegan, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Omaha to Waukegan. However, you can take the line 106 bus to Eppley Airport Terminal, walk to Omaha (OMA) airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), walk to Midway, take the subway to LaSalle/Van Buren, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Waukegan. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Omaha, NE to Waukegan via Chicago Bus Station, Jefferson & Harrison, Canal & Madison, and Chicago OTC in around 11h 38m.

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