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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to DeKalb is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to DeKalb is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $12 - $18.

How far is it from Waukegan to DeKalb?

The distance between Waukegan and DeKalb is 118 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $55 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Waukegan to DeKalb, including transfers.

Train or bus from Waukegan to DeKalb?

The best way to get from Waukegan to DeKalb is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $55 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 4h 51m.

Can I drive from Waukegan to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to DeKalb is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Waukegan to DeKalb.

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Waukegan to DeKalb - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Waukegan to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to DekalbGreyhound US0155S
4h 16m
$57–167
Drive 66.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to DeKalb66.6 mi
1h 37m
$13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to ElburnUp-W
4h 51m

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Map of how to get from Waukegan to DeKalb.

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Dekalb via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Dearborn & Jackson, Jackson-Blue, Clinton-Blue, and Chicago Bus Station in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waukegan to Locust St at 6th St - WB Stop #572 via Chicago OTC, Elburn, and Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662 in around 4h 51m.

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