What is the cheapest way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)?

The cheapest way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) is to train which costs $3 - $7 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)?

The fastest way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Waukegan and The Loop (CTA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA). However, there are services departing from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan and arriving at Halsted & Monroe via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station and Halsted Orange Line Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Waukegan and The Loop (CTA)?

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 The Loop (CTA)?

The distance between Waukegan and The Loop (CTA) is 37 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

How do I travel from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) without a car?

The best way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $3 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)?

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

Where do I catch the Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) bus from?

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan station.

Where do I catch the Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) train from?

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, depart from Waukegan station.

Train or bus from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)?

The best way to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $3 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs $35 - $130 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) bus arrive?

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Chicago station.

Where does the Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) train arrive?

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago OTC station.

Can I drive from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA).

Where can I stay near The Loop (CTA)?

There are 1249+ hotels available in The Loop (CTA).

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 8 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) 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 28m
$3–7
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Waukegan to Tornado Bus Co - ChicagoMilwaukee
2. Take the bus from Halsted Orange Line Station to Halsted & Monroe8
1h 46m
$38–127
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)39.5 mi
49 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waukegan to The Loop (CTA)39.5 mi
49 min
$100–130

Waukegan to The Loop (CTA) by train and foot

160Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Waukegan, IL, USA and The Loop (CTA), 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 The Loop (CTA) via California & 35th Street, 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Halsted Orange Line Station, and Halsted & Monroe in around 1h 46m.

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