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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Waukegan. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Waukegan via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Springfield to Waukegan?

The distance between Springfield and Waukegan is 222 miles. The road distance is 226.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $29 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Springfield to Waukegan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Waukegan bus from?

Springfield to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Springfield to Waukegan is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $29 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $220 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Springfield to Waukegan bus arrive?

Springfield to Waukegan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

Where does the Springfield to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Waukegan is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Springfield to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 110+ hotels available in Waukegan.

Springfield to Waukegan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, taxi, or bus

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

Train
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1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union StationLincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to WaukeganUp-N
5h 13m
$30–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to ChicagoFlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
7h 16m
$72–212
Drive 225 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Waukegan225 mi
4h 3m
$42–60
Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, train
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)SPI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
4h 13m
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly, train
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DEC - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
4h 50m
Bus to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CMI - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Waukegan
6h 45m

Springfield to Waukegan by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Waukegan via Chicago Union Station and Chicago OTC in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 16m.

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