How to get from Waukegan to Carpentersville by bus and train?

From Waukegan to Carpentersville by bus and train

To get from Waukegan to Carpentersville in Chicago, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the UP-N train from Waukegan station to Chicago Otc station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MD-W train and finally take the 543 bus from Elgin Terminal station to Rt 25 (Dundee Ave) & Rt 68 (Barrington Ave) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 44 min. The ride fare is $15.50.

224min$15.50
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - MD-WMD-W
Bus - 543
543
Walk to Carpentersville
Leaves from Waukegan
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #322| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    70 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - MD-WMD-W
    Wait for train
    MD-W
    #2213| Big Timber
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elgin Terminal
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 543543
    Wait for bus
    543
    Meadowdale Shopping Ctr. (Ste. 4a)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rt 25 (Dundee Ave) & Rt 68 (Barrington Ave)
    ID 16028
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carpentersville
    Walk to
    Carpentersville
    620 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waukegan to Carpentersville
The distance between Waukegan, Chicago and Carpentersville, Chicago is approximately 78.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 224 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waukegan to Carpentersville by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transit stations close to Waukegan

Waukegan is located at Waukegan, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Washington St & Sheridan Rd.

Train stations close to Waukegan:

  • Waukegan
  • North Chicago

Bus stations close to Waukegan:

  • Washington St & Sheridan Rd
  • Grand Ave & Genesee St
  • Waukegan Metra Station
Public transit stations close to Carpentersville, Chicago

Carpentersville is located at Carpentersville, Chicago and the nearest public transit station is Rt 25 (Dundee Ave) & Rt 68 (Barrington Ave).

Bus stations close to Carpentersville:

  • Rt 25 (Dundee Ave) & Rt 68 (Barrington Ave)
  • Kennedy Dr (Il 25) & Barrington Ave (Il 68)
  • Golfview Ln & Tee Rd
Related Routes
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Waukegan to Carpentersville?

    The fastest way takes 224 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line MD-W, Bus line 543.

  • Is there a direct train between Waukegan and Carpentersville in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Waukegan to Carpentersville in Chicago?

    The UP-N train line goes from Waukegan station near Waukegan to #322| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #322| Chicago Otc station near Carpentersville in Chicago

  • How long does it take to travel from Waukegan to Carpentersville in Chicago by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Waukegan and Carpentersville in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Waukegan to get to Carpentersville in Chicago?

    Get on the UP-N train from the Waukegan station near Waukegan in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Waukegan and Carpentersville in Chicago?

    Get off the train at the #322| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Carpentersville in Chicago.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Waukegan to Carpentersville?

    The ride from Waukegan to Carpentersville costs $15.50.

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