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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Kalamazoo Bus Stop via California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct train from Waukegan to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Waukegan and arriving at Kalamazoo via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Kalamazoo?

The distance between Waukegan and Kalamazoo is 174 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Kalamazoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Kalamazoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Kalamazoo?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $30 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $180 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Waukegan to Kalamazoo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Waukegan and Kalamazoo?

Kalamazoo is 1h ahead of Waukegan. It is currently 4:44 PM in Waukegan and 5:44 PM in Kalamazoo.

Where does the Waukegan to Kalamazoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Kalamazoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Kalamazoo is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Waukegan to Kalamazoo.

Where can I stay near Kalamazoo?

There are 52+ hotels available in Kalamazoo.

Waukegan to Kalamazoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Kalamazoo by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to KalamazooWolverine / ...
4h 31m
$31–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus StopGreyhound US0160
6h 11m
$61–172
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Kalamazoo184.5 mi
3h 18m
$34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO)ORD - AZO
5h 40m
$38–273

Waukegan to Kalamazoo by train and foot

28Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Waukegan to Kalamazoo via Chicago OTC and Chicago Union Station in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Tornado Bus Co - Chicago, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, and Chicago Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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