What is the cheapest way to get from Wauconda to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Wauconda to Chicago is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Wauconda to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Wauconda to Chicago is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $11.

How far is it from Wauconda to Chicago?

The distance between Wauconda and Chicago is 45 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

How do I travel from Wauconda to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Wauconda to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $30 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Wauconda to Chicago?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Wauconda to Chicago, including transfers.

Train or bus from Wauconda to Chicago?

The best way to get from Wauconda to Chicago is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can line 272 bus and line 56 bus, which costs $35 - $45 and takes 2h 46m.

Can I drive from Wauconda to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Wauconda to Chicago is 40 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Wauconda to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1166+ hotels available in Chicago.

Wauconda to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, line 272 bus, and line 56 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Wauconda to Chicago 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 Fox River Grove to Chicago OTCtrain Up-Nw
1h 25m
$30–37
Drive 39.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wauconda to Chicagocar 39.5 mi
57 min
$8–11
Line 272 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Hawthorn Mall to Golf Mill Stationbus 272
2. Take the bus from Jefferson Park Transit Center to Washington & Clark/Dearbornbus 56
2h 46m
$37–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wauconda to Chicagotaxi 39.5 mi
57 min
$100–130

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wauconda to Chicago.

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Distance: 45.1 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Wauconda, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Fox River Grove to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Wauconda to Washington & Clark/Dearborn via Hawthorn Mall, Golf Mill Station, and Jefferson Park Transit Center in around 2h 46m.

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