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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Cincinnati is to train and bus which costs $40 - $100 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Cincinnati is to train and fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $90 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Cincinnati Union Terminal via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Cincinnati?

The distance between Waukegan and Cincinnati is 330 miles. The road distance is 327.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Cincinnati without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $40 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Waukegan to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Cincinnati train from?

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

What is the time difference between Waukegan and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Waukegan. It is currently 1:29 PM in Waukegan and 2:29 PM in Cincinnati.

Where does the Waukegan to Cincinnati train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Cincinnati is 328 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Waukegan to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 712+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
8h 5m
$42–100
Train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Cincinnati Union TerminalCardinal
10h 57m
$59–147
Drive 325.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Cincinnati325.7 mi
5h 49m
$60–86
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Covington (CVG)ORD - CVG
5h 29m
$83–493
Train, bus via Arlington Heights
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati Bus StationGreyhound US0120
10h 45m
$48–170
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Covington (CVG)MDW - CVG
5h 25m
$93–614

Waukegan to Cincinnati by train and bus

6Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

You can take a train from Waukegan to Cincinnati Union Terminal via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 57m.

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