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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Madison is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Madison is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Madison. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Madison, WI-Lake St. via Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Madison?

The distance between Waukegan and Madison is 131 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Madison without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $40 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Waukegan to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Madison bus from?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Madison bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Madison is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Waukegan to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 143+ hotels available in Madison.

Waukegan to Madison - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Waukegan to Madison by bus (Flixbus), car, train, plane, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Water & Chicago - Circle KMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.Daily Route
3h 44m
$43–185
Drive 110.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Madison110.5 mi
2h 16m
$21–30
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)ORD - MSN
4h 57m
$58–403
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW CampusVan Galder
6h 4m
$25–52
Train, bus via Chicago
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to MadisonFlixBus 2548 / ...
6h 20m
$35–65

Waukegan to Madison by train, foot, and bus

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6h 4mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Madison, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Madison, WI-Lake St. via Water & Chicago - Circle K and Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak in around 3h 44m.

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