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How to get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan in Waukegan, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Waukegan station. Next, take the 572 bus from Waukegan Metra Station station to Washington/Jackson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

141min$8.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 572
572
Walk to Waukegan
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    107 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    ID 35685
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 572572
    Wait for bus
    572
    College Of Lake County
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington/Jackson
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waukegan
    Walk to
    Waukegan
    North Jackson Street
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via UP-N and 565

To get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan in Waukegan, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Waukegan station. Next, take the 565 bus from Waukegan Metra Station station to Grand Ave & Jackson St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

145min$8.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 565
565
Walk to Waukegan
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    107 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    ID 35685
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 565565
    Wait for bus
    565
    College Of Lake County
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave & Jackson St
    ID 18544
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waukegan
    Walk to
    Waukegan
    North Jackson Street
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Chicago Loop to Waukegan

The distance between Chicago Loop, Waukegan and Waukegan, Waukegan is approximately 37.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chicago Loop to Waukegan by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Waukegan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Chicago Loop

Chicago Loop is located at Chicago Loop, Waukegan and the nearest public transit station is Franklin & Randolph (North).

Chicago 'L' stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Washington/Wells
  • Lake (Red)
  • Washington-Blue

Bus stations close to Chicago Loop:

  • Franklin & Randolph (North)
  • Wells & Lake (South)
  • Washington & Franklin (East)

Public transit stations close to Waukegan, Waukegan

Waukegan is located at North Jackson Street, Waukegan and the nearest public transit station is Jackson/Rogers.

Train stations close to Waukegan:

  • North Chicago
  • Waukegan

Bus stations close to Waukegan:

  • Jackson/Rogers
  • Jackson/Jackson Ct.
  • Jackson/Low

Alternative route by bus and train via UP-N and 565

To get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan in Waukegan, take the UP-N train from Chicago Otc station to Waukegan station. Next, take the 565 bus from Waukegan Metra Station station to Grand Ave & Jackson St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $8.75.

145min$8.75
Walk to train station
Train - UP-NUP-N
Bus - 565
565
Walk to Waukegan
Leaves from Chicago Otc

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Otc
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - UP-NUP-N
    Wait for train
    UP-N
    #315| Waukegan
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Waukegan
    107 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waukegan Metra Station
    ID 35685
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 565565
    Wait for bus
    565
    College Of Lake County
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Ave & Jackson St
    ID 18544
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Waukegan
    Walk to
    Waukegan
    North Jackson Street
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan?

    The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line 572.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chicago Loop to Waukegan?

    The alternative route takes 145 minutes, using Bus line UP-N, Bus line 565.

  • Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Waukegan?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chicago Loop to Waukegan?

    The UP-N train line goes from Chicago Otc station near Chicago Loop in Chicago to #315| Waukegan station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till #315| Waukegan station near Waukegan in Waukegan.

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

    The total travel time between Chicago Loop in Chicago and Waukegan in Waukegan by train and bus is about 2 hr 21 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the #315| Waukegan stop, which is closest to Waukegan in Waukegan.

  • When is the first train from Chicago Loop to Waukegan?

    The first train from Chicago Loop in Chicago to Waukegan in Waukegan is Union Pacific North. It leaves the Chicago Otc station at 12:32 AM.

  • How much is the train fare from Chicago Loop to Waukegan?

    The ride from Chicago Loop to Waukegan costs $8.75.

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