What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Dearborn & Madison via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Chicago Loop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Waukegan and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Waukegan and Chicago Loop is 36 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

The train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Chicago Loop bus from?

Waukegan to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Chicago Loop train from?

Waukegan to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

Train or bus from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 62 bus, which costs $35 - $130 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Waukegan to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Waukegan to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Where does the Waukegan to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Waukegan to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Waukegan to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Chicago Loop is 40 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Waukegan to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Waukegan to Chicago Loop - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 62 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Chicago Loop 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 Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
1h 20m
$5–7
Bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - Chicagobus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from 35th/Archer Orange Line Station to Dearborn & Madisonbus 62
1h 37m
$38–127
Drive 40.1 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Chicago Loopcar 40.1 mi
50 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Chicago Looptaxi 40.1 mi
50 min
$100–130

Waukegan to Chicago Loop by train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Dearborn & Madison via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station in around 1h 37m.

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