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

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to Moline is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to Moline is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and Moline?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to Moline. However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at 16 St & 6 Ave via California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Augustana College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Waukegan to Moline?

The distance between Waukegan and Moline is 234 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukegan to Moline without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $35 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Waukegan to Moline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to Moline bus from?

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

Where does the Waukegan to Moline bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukegan to Moline?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to Moline is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Waukegan to Moline.

Where can I stay near Moline?

There are 90+ hotels available in Moline.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Waukegan to Moline by train, bus, car, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCUp-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Moline Center StationGreyhound US0123 / ...
5h 55m
$37–120
Drive 170.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukegan to Moline170.2 mi
3h 26m
$32–45
Train, bus via Naperville
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTC
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
3. Take the bus from Naperville, IL to Moline, IL
5h 59m
$42–88
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourn
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
5h 8m
$37–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Augustana CollegeChicago
6h 44m
$79–218

Waukegan to Moline by train and bus

33Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.3 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to 16 St & 6 Ave via Tornado Bus Co - Chicago, California & 35th Street, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, Chicago, and Augustana College in around 6h 44m.

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