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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Springfield Station and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield Station 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 34m.

Is there a direct train between Springfield Station and Waukegan?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield Station 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 Station to Waukegan?

The distance between Springfield Station and Waukegan is 222 miles. The road distance is 226.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield Station to Waukegan without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $28 - $85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Springfield Station to Waukegan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Springfield Station to Waukegan train from?

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

Train or bus from Springfield Station to Waukegan?

The best way to get from Springfield Station to Waukegan is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $28 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $210 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Springfield Station to Waukegan bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Springfield Station and Waukegan?

Waukegan is 1h behind Springfield Station. It is currently 2:33 PM in Springfield Station and 1:33 PM in Waukegan.

Where does the Springfield Station to Waukegan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield Station to Waukegan?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield Station to Waukegan is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Springfield Station to Waukegan.

Where can I stay near Waukegan?

There are 112+ hotels available in Waukegan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Springfield Station to Waukegan by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, 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
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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
$29–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to ChicagoFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Chicago to Tornado Bus Co - WaukeganMilwaukee
7h 34m
$73–209
Drive 225.3 mi
1. Drive from Springfield Station to Waukegan225.3 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 Station 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 51m

Springfield Station to Waukegan by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Springfield Station, 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 vehicle from Springfield Station to Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan via Springfield SMTD Transfer Center, Chicago, State & 95th Street, 35th Street & Cottage Grove, California & 35th Street, and Tornado Bus Co - Chicago in around 7h 34m.

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