What is the distance between Chicago and Waukegan?

The distance between the two cities is 37 miles (60 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Waukegan?

If you're headed to Waukegan from Chicago, chances are that your bus will depart from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Belvidere Mall. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Chicago to Waukegan from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Chicago to Waukegan on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	Chicago, IL	1h	12:10pm	Waukegan, (IL - TBC Waukegan)	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Chicago, IL	1h	12:10pm	Waukegan, (IL - TBC Waukegan)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Chicago, IL	1h	2:10pm	Waukegan, (IL - TBC Waukegan)	No tags
Bus	12:10pm	Chicago, IL	1h	1:10pm	Waukegan, (IL - TBC Waukegan)	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Chicago, IL	1h	12:10pm	Waukegan, (IL - TBC Waukegan)	No tags

Get from Chicago to Waukegan

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1hAverage Duration

37 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

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Tornado Bus

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Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $80 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Waukegan?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Waukegan

A - Belvidere Mall

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Waukegan by bus

What is the distance between Chicago and Waukegan?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Waukegan?

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Waukegan was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $75

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Waukegan, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $75 to $75 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Waukegan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-11-17.