Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Waukegan travel guide

Waukegan Tourism | Waukegan Guide

You're Going to Love Waukegan

With a population of 89 078, Waukegan is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States.

Where to Eat in Waukegan

If you’re looking for affordable options, Asia-Azteca at American Place Casino (4011 Fountain Square Pl) and Anastasias Restaurant & Sports Lounge - Waukegan (3880 Northpoint Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Waukegan

Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waukegan

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Bloomington takes 2h 26m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $47 for a 2h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 57 km from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 346 km and will cost you around $124. From Monona, the ticket costs about $75 for a journey of 356 km.

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Bloomington takes 2h 26m and costs around $33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Kalamazoo, expect to pay about $47 for a 2h 40m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 57 km from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 346 km and will cost you around $124. From Monona, the ticket costs about $75 for a journey of 356 km.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

KLM
Good (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,896 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,859 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,300 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,388 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,167 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,551 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,558 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,902 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,188 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,499 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,500 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,169 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,997 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,909 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waukegan

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan and Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waukegan

Hiring a car in Waukegan

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.98 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.74 and $31.65. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.