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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Detroit is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Detroit is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Milwaukee Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Detroit via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Detroit?

The distance between Waukegan and Detroit is 318 miles. The road distance is 322.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Detroit without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs $50 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Waukegan to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Detroit train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Detroit?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Detroit is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs $50 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $260 and takes 10h.

Where does the Waukegan to Detroit bus arrive?

Waukegan to Detroit bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Water & Chicago - Circle K station.

What is the time difference between Waukegan and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Waukegan. It is currently 7:21 PM in Waukegan and 8:21 PM in Detroit.

Where does the Waukegan to Detroit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Detroit is 323 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Waukegan to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 497+ hotels available in Detroit.

Waukegan to Detroit - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Waukegan to Detroit by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, subway, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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 OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DetroitWolverine
7h 45m
$54–157
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)ORD - FNT
3. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Station
7h 14m
$52–295
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to Gary Metro CenterSsl
3. Take the bus from Gary Bus Station to Detroit Bus Station
9h 21m
$64–139
Drive 321 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Detroit321 mi
5h 27m
$59–85
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)MDW - DTW
5h 47m
$53–324
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Water & Chicago - Circle KMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Detroit Bus StationFlixBus 2550
10h
$86–255
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)ORD - DTW
6h 5m
$118–333
Bus to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street to Mitchell Airport
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit (DTW)MKE - DTW
6h 5m
$260–511

Waukegan to Detroit by train and foot

21Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Waukegan to Detroit.

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Distance: 316.6 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Waukegan to Detroit via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Detroit Bus Station via Water & Chicago - Circle K and Milwaukee Intermodal Station in around 10h.

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