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 35 miles from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Bloomington takes 2h 19m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Avis, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 130 miles and will cost you around $109. From Kalamazoo, the ticket costs about $89 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 35 miles from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Bloomington takes 2h 19m and costs around $62 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Waukegan is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 35 miles from Waukegan. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Avis, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 130 miles and will cost you around $109. From Kalamazoo, the ticket costs about $89 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,366 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,777 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,033 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,361 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,975 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,523 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,953 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,561 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,925 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,209 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 $2.13 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 $25.47 and $33.95. 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, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.13 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 $25.47 and $33.95. 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, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.