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

By bus and train

To get from Waukegan to Cortland 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 UP-W train and finally take the 12 bus from Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop station to Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $17.75.

226min$17.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Train - UP-WUP-W
Bus - 1212
Leaves from Waukegan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Waukegan
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #354| Chicago Otc
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    71 min
  • 4
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #57| Elburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elburn
    86 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elburn Metra Station-Bus Stop
    ID 1394132
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Dusable Turnaround
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    Ride to bus station
    Chestnut Ave. & Somonauk Rd. (Cortland)
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Waukegan to Cortland

The distance between Waukegan, Chicago and Cortland, Chicago is approximately 95.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Waukegan to Cortland 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 Sheridan Rd & Washington St.

Train stations close to Waukegan:

  • North Chicago
  • Waukegan

Bus stations close to Waukegan:

  • Sheridan Rd & Washington St
  • Washington St & Sheridan Rd
  • Washington St & Genesee St

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line UP-W, Bus line 12.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

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

    The UP-N train line goes from Waukegan station near Waukegan to #354| Chicago Otc station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till #354| Chicago Otc station near Cortland in Chicago

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

    The total travel time between Waukegan and Cortland in Chicago by train and bus is about 3 hr 46 min.

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

    Get off the train at the #354| Chicago Otc stop, which is closest to Cortland in Chicago.

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

    The ride from Waukegan to Cortland costs $17.75.

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