What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart is to train which costs $3 - $7 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Merchandise Mart?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Clark & Kinzie via California & 35th Street and 35th/Archer Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Merchandise Mart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Waukegan and arriving at Chicago OTC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

The distance between Waukegan and Merchandise Mart is 37 miles. The road distance is 39.9 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs $3 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

The train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Merchandise Mart bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Merchandise Mart train from?

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

Train or bus from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

The best way to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs $3 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 62 bus, which costs $35 - $130 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Waukegan to Merchandise Mart bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Merchandise Mart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Merchandise Mart is 40 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart.

Where can I stay near Merchandise Mart?

There are 1096+ hotels available in Merchandise Mart.

Waukegan to Merchandise Mart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 62 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart by train, bus, car, or taxi

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
1h 33m
$3–7
Bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from 35th/Archer Orange Line Station to Clark & Kinzie62
1h 49m
$38–127
Drive 39.7 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart39.7 mi
50 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to Merchandise Mart39.7 mi
50 min
$100–130

Waukegan to Merchandise Mart by train and foot

160Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.7 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and Merchandise Mart, IL, USA?

Metra operates a train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC hourly. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Merchandise Mart via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, and Clark & Kinzie in around 1h 49m.

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