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
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$174
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 26h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $54 for a 2h 05m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Alamo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 193 km and will cost you around $119. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 314 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 26h 45m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $54 for a 2h 05m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Alamo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 193 km and will cost you around $119. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

Lufthansa
Good (7,975 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,949 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,355 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,004 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,336 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,980 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,522 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,546 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,919 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,964 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,207 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 $1.97 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 $23.59 and $31.46. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica 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, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.97 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 $23.59 and $31.46. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica 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, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.